15-16 DECEMBER 2026
TOKYO, JAPAN
The Global Development Conference 2026, organised by the Global Development Network (GDN), brings together researchers, innovators, policymakers, development practitioners and technical experts to co-create science, technology and innovation-driven solutions to global development challenges.
GDC 2026 will be hosted in partnership with the Delegation of the European Union (EU) to Japan, the Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI), World Bank Group Tokyo Development Learning Center, and the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF).
Collaborative sessions where Global South innovators and international experts co-create scalable solutions to real-world development challenges.
The call for participation is now closed.
Celebrating 25 years of supporting locally led research and development innovation, alongside the 2026 GDAC Finals showcasing outstanding research and innovative development projects advancing science, technology and innovation for peace and human security.
High-level discussions exploring how partnerships, financing and international cooperation can scale locally led science, technology and innovation for development.
For further queries, fill out this form or write to conference@gdn.int.
This edition will not follow a hybrid format. However, some recordings and highlights will be shared on our channels post the event.
If you are selected to join GDC 2026 as a participant or speaker, your participation (including travel, accommodation and meals) will be covered by GDN.
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