World Strategic Forum 2026
International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA)
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Latin America Practice Group Co-Chair Roberto Pupo and Regulatory Practice Group Co-Chair Robert Friedman will participate in the World Strategic Forum, hosted by International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA) and sponsored by Holland & Knight. Under the theme "Where Capital Wins," the forum will bring together global decisionmakers to examine how shifts in power, policy and capital are shaping strategic and investment opportunities.
Roberto will join a panel exploring how geopolitical competition, security concerns and regional alliances are reimagining trade, supply chains and investment corridors. The discussion will also consider South Florida's role as a gateway connecting capital, commerce and partnerships across the Americas and beyond. Robert will moderate a conversation on the evolving global threat landscape, including drone warfare, cyber operations, critical infrastructure vulnerabilities and Arctic competition, as well as opportunities to strengthen U.S.-Canada defense integration.
Session Times and Topics
Geopolitics, Trade & the New Investment Corridors
November 13, 2026 | 10:45 – 11:35 a.m.
Panelist: Roberto Pupo
Defense, Deterrence & the Next Threat Landscape
November 13, 2026 | 5:10 – 5:35 p.m.
Moderator: Robert Friedman