By Danjuma Amodu | February 9, 2026
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has argued for a global economic reset that includes stronger voices from emerging markets.
He made the call during a panel session at the Al Ula Conference for Emerging Market Economies in Saudi Arabia.
Edun highlighted the growing strategic importance of Gulf nations in international trade, investment, and capital flows, and stressed that Nigeria remains committed to building stronger partnerships that advance a more equitable global financial architecture.
Speaking alongside finance ministers from key emerging market economies, Edun championed a stronger voice for emerging markets in the global economic reset, focusing on reshaping international trade, monetary systems, and macroeconomic policies amidst profound transformation of the global economy.
The Al Ula Conference for Emerging Market Economies is a gathering of finance ministers and leaders from emerging market economies to discuss global economic issues and strategies for cooperation.
The conference provides a platform for emerging markets to voice their concerns and shape international economic policies.
The conference is taking place against the backdrop of a rapidly changing global economy, with shifts in trade patterns, technological advancements, and evolving monetary policies.
Emerging market economies are seeking a more prominent role in global economic decision-making and a more equitable financial architecture.
