Live from Istanbul on Thursday, October 22, as the 19th Verona Eurasian Economic Forum opens at the historic Ciragan Palace.

Russian presidential aide Kirill Dmitriev and Turkish Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek are expected to deliver remarks at the opening session.

The two-day forum, held under the theme 'Challenges of a Changing World and a Changing Economy', brings together political and business figures to discuss global economic shifts, energy security, international trade and geopolitical challenges.

Discussions will also focus on Turkey's changing role in the global economy, artificial intelligence and key transport corridors linking Europe and Asia.