Group 1 - Blackstone plans to invest $500 billion in Europe over the next decade, marking a significant milestone for its London operations on the 25th anniversary of its office there [1] - Since opening its London office in 2000, Blackstone has grown to manage over $1 trillion in assets globally and has become the largest fund manager in the European real estate sector [1] - Blackstone's CEO, Steve Schwarzman, highlighted that the London office now employs 650 people and has invested approximately $100 billion in the UK, making it one of the largest foreign investors in the country [1] Group 2 - At the SuperReturn international conference in Berlin, investment giants like BC Partners, Permira, and Brookfield Asset Management endorsed Europe as a key investment destination amid rising global economic risks [2] - Schwarzman emphasized that the shift in investment strategies in Europe presents a significant opportunity for growth, with Blackstone's investments in urban logistics becoming some of its most profitable [2] - Blackstone is also focusing on investments in the Middle East, viewing cities like Riyadh and Dubai as attractive opportunities due to their rapid development as international hubs [2]