The secondary market is vital for scaling the innovation ecosystem as it provides liquidity to early investors, allowing them to sell shares before an IPO or acquisition. Despite its importance, it is relatively small. How can we increase awareness and trust in secondary market opportunities? What steps are needed? By addressing these challenges, could we unlock greater potential for scaling innovation globally?

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The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is influenced by global shifts, such as China's rising role and the U.S. elections. These geopolitical changes could disrupt progress toward the SDGs, but also create opportunities for innovation and collaboration. To stay on track, strategic and flexible approaches are needed to adapt to uncertainties and harness emerging possibilities for sustainable growth.

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How can private capital be scaled with public capital? Key initiatives focus on successful models of public-private partnerships, policies and incentives to attract private investment in public projects, and innovative funding mechanisms like blended finance and co-investment. These approaches are critical to driving economic growth and fostering collaboration between private and public sectors.

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