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SWFI Founder Lakshmi Narayanan Honored as Freeman of the City of London at Global Wealth Conference 2024
Receiving the prestigious award, Narayanan commented: "I am deeply honored to receive the Freedom of the City of London . This recognition not only celebrates our work at SWFI but also underscores the growing importance of sovereign wealth funds in the global financial landscape. As we continue to foster collaboration and innovation in this sector, this esteemed title will serve as a reminder of the responsibility we bear in shaping the future of international finance."
The conferment ceremony, held at The Chamberlain's Court in Guildhall, was a highlight of the three-day Global Wealth Conference, which brought together 21 sovereign wealth funds and leading asset managers from around the world, representing a combined assets under management (AUM) value of 10 trillion pounds.
"I was delighted to nominate Lakshmi Narayanan for the Freedom of the City of London , and attend the Ceremony in the Chamberlain's Court, in recognition of his work in hosting the Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute's Global Wealth Conferences in the City and his philanthropic work." Said Alderman Robert Hughes-Penney .
The conference, now in its second year, featured critical discussions on sustainable finance, innovation, and the potential formation of a UK sovereign wealth fund. Notable events included:
Narayanan's new status as a Freeman of the City of London is expected to further strengthen ties between SWFI, the
City of London , and the global investment community.
"We are honored by this recognition from the City of London ," added Narayanan. "The Global Wealth Conference 2024 in London has once again provided a crucial platform for discussions on the future of sovereign wealth and asset management. This award reinforces our commitment to promoting best practices and fostering collaboration worldwide."
The Global Wealth Conference 2024 and Narayanan's award highlight London's continued importance as a global financial hub and SWFI's role in shaping the future of sovereign wealth management.
The Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute (SWFI) is a global organization dedicated to studying sovereign wealth funds, pensions, endowments, central banks, and other long-term public investors. SWFI provides research, data, and advisory services to governments, financial institutions, and corporations worldwide.
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