6th EU-IEF Energy and Climate Day cover image
28/05/2025, 09:00 — 28/05/2025, 09:30
Registration and Welcome Coffee
28/05/2025, 09:30 — 28/05/2025, 09:45
Opening Remarks
  • Mr. Jassim Alshirawi, Secretary General, International Energy Forum
  • HE Mr. Christophe Farnaud, EU Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom of Bahrain, and the Sultanate of Oman
28/05/2025, 09:45 — 28/05/2025, 10:15
Keynote Addresses
  • EU Perspective: Advancing the Energy Transition and Clean Technology Cooperation
    • Speaker: Mr. Lukasz Kolinski, Directorate-General for Energy,Green Transition and Energy System Integration, EU Commission (online)
  • IEF Perspective: Bridging Energy Security, Affordability, and Sustainability
    • Speaker: Mr. Christof van Agt Ross, Director Energy Dialogue , International Energy Forum
  • GCC Perspective: Innovations in Sustainable Energy Transition within the Gulf Region
    • Speaker: Senior Representative from the Saudi Ministry of Energy
28/05/2025, 10:15 — 28/05/2025, 11:00
Session I: Policy & Regulatory Frameworks for a Sustainable Energy Transition

This session will examine the evolving regulatory and policy landscape shaping the energy transition in the EU and GCC. It will highlight how policy frameworks can drive clean technology adoption, decarbonization efforts, and cross-border cooperation. Key topics will include regulatory incentives, international energy agreements, and mechanisms for ensuring energy security while achieving sustainability goals.

Panel Discussion Topics:

  • The role of national and regional policies in accelerating the energy transition
  • Regulatory frameworks for clean hydrogen, CCUS, and energy storage
  • EU-GCC cooperation in energy governance and interconnectivity
  • Addressing barriers to investment through policy alignment
  • The role of international organizations in supporting policy harmonization

Moderator: TBC
Panelists: Representatives from the EU, IEF, KSA, and GCC energy ministries and regulatory bodies
Speakers to be added soon.

28/05/2025, 11:00 — 28/05/2025, 11:30
Networking Coffee Break
28/05/2025, 11:30 — 28/05/2025, 12:15
Session II: Unlocking Private Sector Opportunities for Green Energy Investment & Innovation

This session will focus on the role of the private sector in driving the energy transition. Industry leaders and financial experts will discuss investment strategies, technology innovations, and collaborative opportunities between EU and GCC businesses. The discussion will emphasize scaling up clean energy projects, supply chain resilience, and financing mechanisms to accelerate sustainable energy solutions.

Panel Discussion Topics:

  • Scaling up private sector-led renewable energy projects
  • Investment opportunities in clean hydrogen, CCUS, and sustainable fuels
  • Strengthening EU-GCC business partnerships for energy transition
  • Financing green energy: available mechanisms and market trends
  • Enhancing supply chain resilience and critical mineral security

Moderator: TBC
Panelists: Representatives from leading European energy firms, GCC-based energy companies, investment funds, and financial institutions

28/05/2025, 12:15 — 28/05/2025, 13:00
Concluding Session: Pathways to a Collaborative and Sustainable Future

Summary of Key Insights:

  • Moderators from each session provide a brief overview of discussions
  • Insights from industry and policy representatives

Closing Remarks (tbc):

  • International Energy Forum
  • EU Delegation to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom of Bahrain, and the Sultanate of Oman
28/05/2025, 13:00 — 28/05/2025, 14:00
Lunch Reception