By Buertey Francis BORYOR
In the world of business and global trade, few organisations have as much quiet power as Future Trends Group. Founded in 1993, this private organisation has played a major role in shaping the economies of countries and businesses worldwide.
It has been behind some of the biggest economic changes, including China’s rise as a global superpower and Africa’s push toward greater economic success.
The entity is led by Dr. Farzam Kamalabadi, a businessman and strategist known as “The Most Influential Foreign Figure in Modern China History.” He played a key role in its economic rise and is now focusing on Africa, hoping to bring similar success to the continent.
A Network of powerful connections
The Group operates in more than 150 countries, and has direct connections with world leaders, top business executives, and major investors. It works with governments, large corporations, and financial institutions to bring in investments and create business opportunities. Over the last three decades, it has helped organise deals worth US$35 billion.
It also has direct connections with top decision-makers, including more than 70 heads of state, hundreds of royal families, and thousands of business leaders. This vast network gives it the ability to make things happen quickly- whether securing large investments, helping companies expand worldwide, or getting government approvals for big projects.
Helping China become an economic powerhouse
One of the biggest successes of Future Trends was its role in China’s economic growth. In the 1990s, the nation was still developing and needed foreign investments to expand. The Group with its visionary leader helped bring in US$1.52 billion from Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds to invest in China’s Industrial and Commercial Bank (ICBC). This investment enabled ICBC grow into the world’s largest bank. Similar deals followed, bringing more investments into the socialist nation’s financial sector.
It also helped 56 Chinese cities get better loan deals, lowering interest rates and extending repayment periods. This allowed the nation to develop faster and become one of the world’s strongest economies.
A big vision for Africa
Now, Future Trends is focusing on Africa. Dr. Kamalabadi believes the continent can experience the same kind of economic rise as China, and his goal is to help its economies grow from US$3 trillion to US$60 trillion within a decade.
The Group is already involved in several African countries, helping to attract investment, develop industries, and improve infrastructure. Its strategy is different from traditional foreign aid. Instead of temporary assistance, it helps the continent’s nations build strong, long-lasting economic systems.
One of its major successes on the continent was in Zimbabwe, where it helped ensure a smooth change of leadership in 2017. This helped keep the country stable and created a better environment for economic growth.
A network that opens doors
The Group’s strength lies in its connections. It works closely with governments, big investors, and financial institutions to move money and resources where they are needed most.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, it helped Dubai create one of the most efficient response strategies, ensuring the city was among the first to reopen and return to normal.
The group is also involved in the fast-changing world of digital finance. It advises major global institutions, including the FBI, on how to regulate and manage blockchain and cryptocurrency systems to make them more secure and reliable.
The man behind it all
Dr. Farzam Kamalabadi is not just a businessman- he is a thinker, strategist, and global influencer who has worked closely with world leaders, shaping policies and strategies that have helped countries improve their economies.
Beyond economics, he is also a highly skilled calligrapher and poet, mastering the artistic traditions of Chinese, Persian, and Arabic scripts. His broad range of skills makes him a unique figure in both business and culture.
The global icon believes in “The Collective Peaceful Rise of Humanity,” a vision in which economic growth benefits everyone and helps eliminate poverty worldwide. His goal is to create a world where strong economies lift people out of hardship and give them new opportunities.
What is next for Future Trends Group?
The Group continues to expand its influence in global business. With its strong connections and ability to bring in investments, it is expected to play a key role in shaping the future of business and economics.
Under Dr. Farzam Kamalabadi’s leadership, Future Trends is not just observing economic trends- it is creating them.
The global mega massive movement has 5 names including- ‘Collective Peaceful Rise of Humanity’, ‘Surprise Rise of Humanity’, ‘Renaissance of Humanity’, ‘Ascent of Humanity’, and Collective Maturity of Humanity to Create a Forever Great Humanity’
