Tilder’s teams took part in the 2026 Aix-en-Provence Economic Meetings, held under a theme that captures the profound transformations shaping our era: “Navigating a World Without Landmarks.”
National sovereignty, artificial intelligence, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and constantly evolving regulatory frameworks are not new challenges. Yet their convergence is fundamentally reshaping the way decisions are made. One message emerged clearly throughout the discussions: in a world where the rules are continuously evolving, the advantage belongs to those who are willing to act before the framework is fully defined. Waiting for certainty, by contrast, often means adapting to decisions made by others.
Just months ahead of the presidential election, Tilder’s teams also met with all the presidential candidates, who came to share their perspectives on these economic, political, and technological transformations. While the pace of politics and the pace of business rarely align, this year’s meetings in Aix-en-Provence provided a unique opportunity for both worlds to engage in meaningful dialogue.
Beyond the breadth of topics discussed, one shared conviction emerged over the course of these three days: in an age of uncertainty, action can no longer wait for perfect clarity. This view was echoed by many of the distinguished participants with whom Tilder engaged, including Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen, Reza Pahlavi, Patrick de Carolis, Jean-Noël Barrot, Benjamin Haddad, and numerous business leaders who shared their insights through in-depth conversations.