Global Federation of Competitiveness Councils (GFCC)

Global Federation of Competitiveness Councils (GFCC) The Global Federation of Competitiveness Councils (GFCC) is a global network of leaders from Competitiveness Councils around the world.

The fundamental drivers of national competitiveness are being knitted together in networks that now underpin global economic growth. Innovation, sustainability and resilienceโ€”once the foundation for national competitiveness advantageโ€”are now global platforms for prosperity. Acting globally is now a prerequisite to economic competitiveness nationally. In addition to the goals of sharing best practi

ces among councils and creating a network of global leaders committed to their national prosperity and the prosperity of the world, the Global Federation of Competitiveness Councils will develop and present each year a statement of shared principles for accelerating global competitiveness and prosperity.

We are delighted to welcome Dr. Bernadett Petri, Managing Director of the Hungarian Development Promotion Office (MFOI),...
06/25/2026

We are delighted to welcome Dr. Bernadett Petri, Managing Director of the Hungarian Development Promotion Office (MFOI), to the GFCC global network.
A recognized leader in European policy, innovation, and competitiveness, Dr. Petri works at the intersection of government, industry, and technology, helping strengthen Hungaryโ€™s engagement with EU institutions, strategic initiatives, and innovation-driven development programs.
We look forward to benefiting from her insights and expertise on regional development.
Learn more ๐Ÿ”— https://www.thegfcc.org/post/hungarian-lawyer-and-regional-leader-bernadett-petri-joins-the-gfcc

Join us and our member Torrens University Australia for the global launch of the new report: ๐‘ป๐’‰๐’† ๐‘ฏ๐’–๐’Ž๐’‚๐’ ๐‘ฌ๐’…๐’ˆ๐’†: ๐‘ฎ๐’๐’๐’ƒ๐’‚๐’ ๐‘ท๐’†๐’“๐’”...
06/24/2026

Join us and our member Torrens University Australia for the global launch of the new report: ๐‘ป๐’‰๐’† ๐‘ฏ๐’–๐’Ž๐’‚๐’ ๐‘ฌ๐’…๐’ˆ๐’†: ๐‘ฎ๐’๐’๐’ƒ๐’‚๐’ ๐‘ท๐’†๐’“๐’”๐’‘๐’†๐’„๐’•๐’Š๐’—๐’†๐’” ๐’๐’ ๐‘จ๐‘ฐ ๐’‚๐’๐’… ๐‘ท๐’“๐’๐’”๐’‘๐’†๐’“๐’Š๐’•๐’š.

Drawing on insights from leaders across 32 countries, The Human Edge explores how societies, institutions, and organizations are navigating the humanโ€“AI transitionโ€”and what it will take to turn AI tech progress into shared prosperity.

๐Ÿ“… July 16, 2026
๐Ÿ•• 6:00 PM ET
๐Ÿ“ LinkedIn Live

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Building resilient energy systems is not about replacing one technology with anotherโ€”it is about creating the right mix....
06/23/2026

Building resilient energy systems is not about replacing one technology with anotherโ€”it is about creating the right mix.
As countries diversify across renewables, fossil fuels, nuclear power, and emerging technologies such as fusion, investors need new ways to evaluate risk. Approaches such as Modern Portfolio Theory and scenario-based modelling are helping decision-makers optimize portfolios and allocate capital in an increasingly complex energy landscape.
GFCC Senior Fellow Deborah Gordon explores what it takes to build a diversified energy portfolio in our latest blog.
Learn more at ๐Ÿ”— https://www.thegfcc.org/post/designing-energy-for-a-world-of-uncertainty-why-a-portfolio-approach-is-needed

Mark your calendars for October 19โ€“22, 2026 as the GFCC and Glavbolgarstroy Holding (GBS) welcome global leaders to Sofi...
06/23/2026

Mark your calendars for October 19โ€“22, 2026 as the GFCC and Glavbolgarstroy Holding (GBS) welcome global leaders to Sofia, Bulgaria for the 2026 ๐†๐ฅ๐จ๐›๐š๐ฅ ๐ˆ๐ง๐ง๐จ๐ฏ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐’๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ข๐ญ.

Under the theme, ๐‘ท๐’๐’˜๐’†๐’“๐’Š๐’๐’ˆ ๐‘ช๐’๐’Ž๐’‘๐’†๐’•๐’Š๐’•๐’Š๐’—๐’†๐’๐’†๐’”๐’”: ๐‘ฌ๐’๐’†๐’“๐’ˆ๐’š, ๐‘ฐ๐’๐’‡๐’“๐’‚๐’”๐’•๐’“๐’–๐’„๐’•๐’–๐’“๐’†, ๐’‚๐’๐’… ๐‘ซ๐’Š๐’ˆ๐’Š๐’•๐’‚๐’ ๐‘ฐ๐’๐’๐’๐’—๐’‚๐’•๐’Š๐’๐’ ๐’‡๐’๐’“ ๐‘ฌ๐’„๐’๐’๐’๐’Ž๐’Š๐’„ ๐‘ป๐’“๐’‚๐’๐’”๐’‡๐’๐’“๐’Ž๐’‚๐’•๐’Š๐’๐’, the summit will survey new competitiveness frontiers, infrastructure as a competitiveness advantage, the role of nuclear and next-gen technologies in powering the global economy, among other topics.

The event will include the GFCC Annual Meeting on October 19, followed by one day of discussions and two days of site visits to innovation hubs.

๐Ÿ“ Sofia, Bulgaria
๐Ÿ“… October 19โ€“22, 2026

More information coming soon!

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Global electricity demand is projected to grow by 3.6% annually through 2030, according to the IEA, adding 50% more dema...
06/20/2026

Global electricity demand is projected to grow by 3.6% annually through 2030, according to the IEA, adding 50% more demand per year than the previous decade.
The drivers are reshaping the global economy: AI data centers, semiconductor manufacturing, and the electrification of transportation.

Electricity is no longer just infrastructure in the background. It is becoming a defining factor of economic competitiveness, innovation capacity, and industrial growth.

As demand accelerates, one potential solution is to invest in diversified energy portfolios that combine multiple energy sources and technologies.

Senior Fellow Deborah Gordon comments what it takes to build an energy portfolio in our blog: https://www.thegfcc.org/post/designing-energy-for-a-world-of-uncertainty-why-a-portfolio-approach-is-needed

Simos Anastasopoulos, President of the Council on Competitiveness of Greece, reflects on the importance of turning scien...
06/17/2026

Simos Anastasopoulos, President of the Council on Competitiveness of Greece, reflects on the importance of turning scientific excellence into innovation and economic impact.
Through the exchange of global best practices, peer learning, and collaboration within the GFCC network, members gain valuable insights and practical tools to strengthen regional competitiveness and accelerate growth.
Your organization or region can benefit from this global exchange as well. Join the GFCC network and connect with leaders shaping the future of competitiveness and innovation.
Become a member: https://www.thegfcc.org/become-a-member

The GFCC is pleased to welcome Torrens University Australia to its global network of leaders advancing innovation, compe...
06/17/2026

The GFCC is pleased to welcome Torrens University Australia to its global network of leaders advancing innovation, competitiveness, and economic prosperity worldwide.

Torrens University has emerged as a dynamic force in Australian higher education, recognized for its industry-led approach and strong focus on career-ready learning.

Now under the leadership of Professor Aleks Subic, Torrens has further extended its committed to creating positive social and environmental impact while fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and the next generation of talent.

We look forward to collaborating with Torrens University and its leadership community on initiatives that help shape a more competitive, sustainable, and inclusive future.

Learn more: https://www.thegfcc.org/post/torrens-university-australia-joins-the-gfcc

How can universities decarbonize their campuses all while becoming energy secure?GFCC member Aston University is taking ...
06/16/2026

How can universities decarbonize their campuses all while becoming energy secure?

GFCC member Aston University is taking a major step toward its net-zero ambitions with the construction of a new Carbon Neutral Energy Center.

Powered by a combination of ground-source and air-source heat pumps, the facility will replace natural gas heating across 12 campus buildings, significantly reducing emissions while supporting a more sustainable energy future.

What does it take to deliver a project of this scale? Explore the innovative investment model behind the initiative, the technical and organizational challenges encountered along the way, and Aston University's long-term vision for climate resilience in our latest blog: https://www.thegfcc.org/post/aston-university-advances-net-zero-strategy-with-new-carbon-neutral-energy-center

Artificial intelligence is reshaping economies, institutions, and labor markets at an unprecedented pace. Yet one critic...
06/11/2026

Artificial intelligence is reshaping economies, institutions, and labor markets at an unprecedented pace. Yet one critical question remains: how can we ensure that technological progress leads to shared prosperity rather than deepening inequality?

Over the past six months, leaders from more than 32 countries have contributed their insights to our global survey on Humans and AI. Their perspectives have helped shape ๐‘ป๐’‰๐’† ๐‘ฏ๐’–๐’Ž๐’‚๐’ ๐‘ฌ๐’…๐’ˆ๐’†: ๐‘ฎ๐’๐’๐’ƒ๐’‚๐’ ๐‘ท๐’†๐’“๐’”๐’‘๐’†๐’„๐’•๐’Š๐’—๐’†๐’” ๐’๐’ ๐‘จ๐‘ฐ ๐’‚๐’๐’… ๐‘ท๐’“๐’๐’”๐’‘๐’†๐’“๐’Š๐’•๐’šโ€”a new report capturing how leaders across sectors and regions view the evolving relationship between humans and AI.

Before the report is released publicly, we want to hear from you. Your insights helped shape this report, and we invite you to help shape the conversation once again by sharing your reflections and feedback ahead of the global launch.

Learn more ๐Ÿ”—: https://www.thegfcc.org/human-edge-event

Becoming a member of GFCC means joining a global network where competitiveness is understood through multidisciplinary i...
05/30/2026

Becoming a member of GFCC means joining a global network where competitiveness is understood through multidisciplinary insight and collaboration.
It is an opportunity to expand your worldview, refine strategy and build meaningful international connections.

๐Ÿ”— https://www.thegfcc.org/become-a-member

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