The World Forum of Accountants (WOFA 2.0) is scheduled to take place from 30 January to 1 February 2026 at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India. The event, hosted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), will bring together accounting and finance professionals from around the world to discuss the evolving role of the profession and global economic trends.
WOFA is recognised as a leading global platform dedicated to celebrating and advancing the Chartered Accountancy profession. The forum highlights the importance of chartered accountants as key contributors to economic growth, good governance, and financial transparency in both public and private sectors.
The 2026 edition is themed “Nation Building to Global Collaboration: Strengthening Trust, Enabling Growth” and is expected to be larger in scale, with participation from professionals, policymakers, regulators, industry leaders and thought leaders. The event aims to foster dialogue on strengthening trust in financial reporting, sustainable growth practices, and collaborative approaches to addressing global challenges.
Participants will have the opportunity to hear from international experts on topics including emerging trends in finance, the impact of technology and AI on the profession, and strategic insights into global economic shifts. WOFA also emphasises networking, innovation in accounting practices, and the strategic role of finance professionals in shaping future business landscapes.
The forum’s agenda includes sessions on sustainability, digital transformation, ethics, and trust—core themes reflecting the evolving expectations from the accounting profession worldwide. Attendees will be able to engage with peers and leaders to explore cutting-edge tools, practices, and global perspectives.
WOFA 2.0 is poised to be a significant event in the accountancy calendar, reaffirming the profession’s contribution to economic stability and governance on a global scale.
