Session 2 | Investing in the digital transformation: Can digital FDI unite us?
Nov 5, 2025 | 12:45 PM - 2:00 PM
CC15
Description
This session will explore whether investment in support of digital transformation can offer common ground for strengthening international cooperation. Despite rising geopolitical tensions, the digital transition remains a shared priority across economies. The session aims to launch the OECD FDI Qualities Indicators and Policy Framework for digital transformation, which examines how foreign investment supports the digital transformation of host economies – through contributions to digital infrastructure, services, and technologies – and a policy toolkit to guide reforms that enhance this impact. Speakers will explore how policy frameworks can stay agile to support investment in fast-changing digital technologies, while ensuring inclusive, sustainable digital transformation. They will also consider whether current approaches balance openness with national security – especially around sensitive data and strategic technologies – and identify key policy gaps. The conversation will also reflect on how global collaboration on digital FDI policies can continue to thrive despite deepening techno-geopolitical rivalry.
