Event Proceeding as Scheduled

The 25th WPC Energy Congress is confirmed to proceed according to its original schedule from 26-30 April in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Organisers have stated there are no changes to the programme or timeline.

Context and Contingencies

This announcement occurs despite the ongoing Middle East conflict, which has severely disrupted regional air traffic. Flight tracking shows a notable gap in air traffic from Israel to the Persian Gulf as planes avoid the area. While proceeding as planned, organisers are monitoring the situation and will provide updates accordingly.

Programme and Participants

The congress will feature a high-level roster of speakers, including Saudi Arabia's energy minister, the OPEC Secretary General, and the chief executives of major energy companies such as Saudi Aramco, Shell, TotalEnergies, and Repsol. The agenda extends beyond the main executive programme to include dozens of side events, including roundtable discussions and public talks with government ministers and industry experts.