#Country Risk Conference

2026 Coface Country Risk Conference

Date and time
17 February 2026 | 14:30
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Why this event is unmissable

Coface is proud to celebrate the 30th edition of its Country Risk Conference, reaffirming its role as a global leader in economic risk analysis. For eight decades, we have supported international trade players with a constant commitment to securing trade and fostering sustainable growth.

In a world marked by geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, and technological disruption, understanding risk has never been more critical. This conference offers unparalleled insights into the forces shaping global trade and the strategies businesses need to thrive in an unpredictable environment.

 

Agenda

2.30pm - Opening 
Xavier DURAND, Coface CEO

2.40pm - How far will the power rivalries go?
Geopolitical tensions are rising:  what does this mean for globalisation and economic stability?
Speakers: 
Andrew BISHOP, Senior Partner & Global Head of Policy Research at Signum,
Thomas GOMART, Director at IFRI, 
Agatha KRATZ, Partner at Rhodium Group 
Tania SOLLOGOUB, Head of Research countries & Global geopolitics at Crédit Agricole Group

3.30 pm - 2026 Economic Perspectives
Jean-Christophe CAFFET, Coface Chief economist

4pm - Is Artificial Intelligence Attacking the Job Market?
AI promises productivity gains but disrupts employment structures. Which jobs are most exposed?
Speakers: 
Axelle ARQUIE, Co-founder, Observatory for Threatened and Emerging Jobs
Aurélien DUTHOIT, Sector Senior Analyst at Coface

5.15pm - Business Insolvencies: Higher for Longer?
Defaults and bankruptcies are on the rise. What lies ahead for global businesses?
Jonathan STEENBERG, Economist for the United Kingdom, Ireland and the Nordics at Coface

5.30 pm - How Are Major Firms Approaching Growing Risks and Uncertainty?
How can large companies anticipate the unpredictable and turn risk into a strategic lever?
Speakers: 
Estelle BRACHLIANOFF, CEO at Veolia
Jean-Dominique SENARD, Chairman at Renault Group 
Xavier HUILLARD, Chairman at Vinci
Sandra SANCIER-SULTAN, Partner at McKinsey

 

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The Coface Country Risk Conference will take place from 2.30pm to 6.30pm CET, broadcasted live from Paris. 

Depending on the speakers, the conference will be held in French or in English but simultaneous translation will be available in both languages at any time.

Seats are limited, secure your place at this landmark event!
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