As economic gravity continues to shift, a new generation of regions is rising—not simply through access to capital, but through how finance, trade, and policy are being reimagined to unlock long-term competitiveness and resilience. This session positions financing as a strategic enabler of regional transformation, exploring how development finance, global trade systems, and adaptive governance models are reshaping growth trajectories across emerging regions. Moving beyond traditional discussions on funding, the conversation focuses on how finance, trade, and regulation align to shape resilient and connected regional economies. It highlights how different regions are leveraging these tools to move up the value chain and strengthen their role in the global economy. The session also examines what these emerging models mean for future investment flows and regional cooperation.