ACABEX 2026

Schedule

Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 08:30 am to Tue, 30 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning | Calgary, AB

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Positioned at the intersection of diplomacy and trade, ACABEX is not a conference, it is a deal-making platform.
About this Event

The Africa–Canada–Asia Business Exchange (ACABEX) 2026 is a high-level, week-long international business forum designed to connect three of the world’s most dynamic and complementary regions. ACABEX will convene government leaders, CEOs, investors, development institutions, and innovators to accelerate trade, investment, technology transfer, and strategic partnerships.

Positioned at the intersection of diplomacy and commerce, ACABEX is not a conference, it is a deal-making platform. The event combines policy dialogue, executive training, structured B2B/B2G/G2G meetings, sector-focused exhibitions, and curated site visits to deliver measurable economic outcomes for participants and partners.


1. Strategic Focus Areas

ACABEX 2026 is structured around three high-impact economic pillars, aligned with global demand, sustainable development, and investor appetite.


1.1 Mining & Energy Opportunities

· Oil & Gas value chains

· Renewable energy and clean power solutions

· Critical minerals and mining development

Value Proposition: Secure resource partnerships, technology transfer, ESG-aligned investments, and long-term supply agreements.


1.2 Agriculture & Agri-Food Opportunities

· Agricultural innovation and agri-tech

· Sustainable food systems

· International trade and food security

Value Proposition: Market access, processing and value-add investments, export partnerships, and food resilience strategies.


1.3 Infrastructure, Technology & Education

· Smart cities and urban infrastructure

· Digital connectivity and AI

· Education, skills development, and research collaboration

Value Proposition: Infrastructure financing, PPPs, technology deployment, and talent mobility.


2. Program Structure: Seven Days of Impact

ACABEX 2026 delivers a balanced blend of strategic dialogue, commercial engagement, and experiential learning.

  1. Panels & Keynotes
    High-level insights from ministers, global executives, investors, and industry experts.
  2. Corporate Leadership Workshop
    Executive training on corporate diplomacy, strategic leadership, negotiation, and cross-cultural deal-making.
  3. BIZEXPO
    A tri-continental exhibition showcasing companies, projects, technologies, and investment-ready opportunities.
  4. B2B, B2G & G2G Meetings
    Curated matchmaking sessions designed to convert conversations into transactions.

INTERNATIONAL DELEGATION - July 2nd to July 5th

  1. Site Tours & Corporate Visits
    Direct exposure to Alberta’s energy facilities, innovation hubs, universities, and industrial assets.
  2. Alberta Tourism & Cultural Experience
    Canada Day celebrations, Calgary Stampede, and Banff National Park excursions.

3. Target Participants

· Government officials, policy-makers, and trade missions

· Investors, financial institutions, and development funds

· CEOs, founders, and senior executives

· Chambers of commerce and business associations

· Universities, research institutions, and innovation hubs

· Diaspora leaders and cross-border entrepreneurs

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Where is it happening?

Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning, 4825 Mount Royal Gate Southwest, Calgary, Canada

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Tickets

CAD 299.00

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