Corfu Hosts International Real Estate Elite at Forbes Global Properties Summit
Corfu, Greece, June 13 – The Forbes Global Properties 2026 World Congress concluded in Corfu, Greece, after three days of intensive international networking, strategic discussions, and the exploration of new investment opportunities. Hosted at the luxurious Angsana Corfu Resort & Spa and organized by Roula Rouva | Forbes Global Properties, the summit brought together leading representatives from the global real estate sector, hailing from more than 30 countries and representing 65 businesses and companies.
The event transformed Corfu into a central hub for the global luxury real estate market, with attendees from diverse nations including France, Belgium, the United Arab Emirates, the USA, Australia, Japan, the Netherlands, Costa Rica, Italy, Albania, and Saudi Arabia.
Greece’s Growing Appeal in Global Real Estate Investments
A significant highlight of the congress was the strong presence of Greek companies, STIRIXIS Group and Ten Brinke. These firms showcased major international projects, reaffirming Greece’s steadily increasing footprint in the global investment and real estate ecosystem. Discussions during the summit underscored the growing recognition of Greece’s value as an investment destination. Partners within the Forbes Global Properties network are not only recommending Greece to their clients but are also actively investing in and developing real estate assets within the country themselves.
This trend is evidenced by recent collaborations and transnational agreements facilitated by Roula Rouva | Forbes Global Properties with buyers from countries such as Dubai, Canada, Lebanon, and Japan. Furthermore, many CEOs of the participating country companies have initiated further discussions for bilateral partnerships. The congress also saw proposals and discussions regarding the acquisition of large land plots for new developments, as well as significant assets in Athens and other regions across Greece, for either renovation and utilization or for investment purposes through sales and property development.
Global Investment Flows Towards Stable Markets
Michael Jalbert, CEO of Forbes Global Properties, emphasized that international investment flows continue to gravitate towards markets that offer a combination of stability, quality of life, and long-term value. “The geopolitical shifts of recent years have accelerated the movement of a significant portion of capital towards markets that offer security, quality of life, and strong prospects for value preservation,” Jalbert stated. He highlighted Greece as one of the most sought-after international destinations, alongside Singapore, the French Riviera, and Monaco.
Investments are primarily focused on Ultra-Prime properties, branded residences, waterfront properties, boutique hospitality projects, and infrastructure linked to the new economy and wealth management. This enduring trend is fueled by the international mobility of capital and Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individuals.
Regarding the choice of Greece for the congress, Jalbert noted, “We are thrilled to be in Corfu. Greece possesses unique characteristics that are increasingly recognized by the international investment community. We select our partners with extremely strict criteria, and if we don’t find the right one, we prefer not to enter a market at all. Roula Rouva is one of the most characteristic examples of this philosophy. Trust, quality of cooperation, and a shared vision for the future are the elements that create the conditions for long-term investments and meaningful international partnerships.” He concluded with the phrase, “In the Ultra-Premium Real Estate sector, culture eats strategy for breakfast,” endorsing Greece’s prominent position on the global investment map.
Greece: A Benchmark, Not Just a Destination
Ms. Roula Rouva, head of Roula Rouva | Forbes Global Properties and host of the event, declared, “Today, we speak in the present tense about a reality unfolding before us. We are moving dynamically with co-investments and collaborations worth millions, in Athens, Corfu, and various other significant parts of Greece, all of which have originated exclusively within the Forbes Global Properties network.” She highlighted these as “living collaborations that transcend geographical boundaries and actively bring foreign capital into the Greek market, capital that upgrades existing buildings, gives a new sophisticated identity to entire areas, creates new investment hubs, breathes new life into emblematic properties, and significantly boosts infrastructure and local economies.”
Rouva expressed immense pride that, through this congress, Greece’s representatives are conveying to the world the message that the country is experiencing its most interesting phase in real estate history. “The reality that has already begun is an integral part of the Greece that is being shaped today, and we are particularly proud that, through Forbes Global Properties, we are actively participating in this process with very serious projects, strategic partnerships, and investments with a real impact on the country’s future,” she added.
Forbes Media’s Strong Endorsement
The presence of Forbes Media America, represented by Peter C. Hung, President of Forbes Global Holdings and a Board member of Forbes Global Media Holdings, added significant weight to the congress. As one of the highest-ranking executives of the global Forbes organization, Peter C. Hung leads the international licensing activities, branded ventures, and strategic partnerships of the Forbes group worldwide, contributing decisively to the brand’s development in over 70 countries. His physical presence in Corfu underscored the importance Forbes places on the organization of the congress in Greece, as well as the dynamic growth of the country in the international real estate, investment, and private wealth environment.
Source: Roula Rouva | Forbes Global Properties, Forbes Global Properties, STIRIXIS Group, Ten Brinke
