On June 18, Yerevan will host the HIF Yerevan 2025 International Investment Forum, a leading platform for discussing trends in the hospitality industry and fostering investment cooperation. The forum aims to promote the development of Armenia’s tourism and hospitality sectors by encouraging investments, forging strategic partnerships, and advancing sustainable development. It also seeks to position Armenia as a competitive tourism destination on both regional and global stages.
Organizer and ObjectivesHIF Yerevan 2025 is organized by Stone Development. The event is open to all, with free participation for those who register in advance and receive confirmation. Held for the second consecutive year, the forum builds on the success of HIF 2024, which resulted in two investment agreements. This year’s focus will be on implementing new hotel projects, developing resort real estate, attracting strategic investments, integrating digital solutions, and adopting sustainable development standards.
International ParticipationThe forum will bring together business leaders and experts from the United States, United Kingdom, France, UAE, Russia, Czech Republic, Georgia, Qatar, Romania, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Oman, and other countries. They will represent leading global hospitality networks, including Accor, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, Marriott, Radisson, and Wyndham. Discussions will center on investment opportunities in Armenia, new projects, and industry growth.
Key SpeakersThe event will feature speeches by Armenia’s Minister of Economy, Gevorg Papoyan, and the UN Resident Coordinator in Armenia, Françoise Jacob. Distinguished guests include Amir Ali Salemi Zadeh, CEO of JTA International Investment, and Sergio Guerreiro, Chair of the OECD Tourism Committee. Their presentations will explore global cooperation trends, strategic investments, long-term capital attraction, and support for sustainable growth.
Organizations and PartnersParticipants will include representatives from the Tourism Committee of Armenia, the UNDP Armenia office, the World Bank (WB), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the German International Cooperation Agency (GIZ), as well as leading international business associations and companies.
Key partners include:
Ameriabank, Armenia’s largest bank by loan portfolio, Cushman & Wakefield, a leading real estate consultancy firm, Myler Mountain Resort, a modern ski complex in Armenia, TK Elevator (TKE), a German leader in elevator and escalator manufacturing.Strategic partners include Aimbridge, AIM Foundation, Green Rock, IDeA Foundation, and Stellar Hotels. The informational partner is NEWS.am Tech.
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