The UAE continues to consolidate its investment and trade partnerships around the world during a summit "AIM" For investment
ABU DHABI, 10th May / WAM / The UAE continued to consolidate its trade and investment partnerships around the world during the “AIM” Investment Summit, where His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, concluded his participation in the summit, which Abu Dhabi hosted over a period of three days, by holding a series From bilateral meetings with ministers and senior officials from various countries of the world.
His Excellency also participated in a series of high-level talks, sessions and forums, discussing strategic trade and investment opportunities and strengthening partnerships with a group of the country’s partners around the world.
Under the slogan “Adapting to the Transformation of the Investment Landscape: Harnessing New Potentials for Global Economic Development,” the summit included 450 dialogue sessions, including 900 speakers and experts from around the world, by providing a platform for global decision-makers, business leaders, and investors to meet and discuss the main issues that shape the economic landscape. With the aim of creating a more prosperous and sustainable global economy.
The AIM Investment Summit was opened with a keynote speech delivered by His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, during which he emphasized the UAE’s position as a global center for trade and investment, and His Highness expressed the ability of joint work to create a new global investment scene that achieves economic growth. Comprehensive and sustainable.
In his opening speech during the forum, His Excellency Thani Al Zeyoudi welcomed the global investment community, stressing the importance of strategic partnerships, future-focused policies and bold economic initiatives to achieve a sustainable and prosperous future, highlighting that this approach contributed to consolidating the UAE’s position “as a beacon of stability and a center for global investment.” And an incentive for progress.”
His Excellency Al-Zeyoudi stressed that the country’s attractive investment climate, supported by an appropriate regulatory framework and a thriving business system, has led to the UAE becoming the third largest destination for foreign direct investment in 2023, attracting $23 billion within 1,277 projects covering a wide range of industries and sectors.
His Excellency Al-Zeyoudi said at the conclusion of the event: “The 2024 AIM Investment Summit provided a valuable platform for meaningful dialogue and cooperation. Our discussions strengthened the UAE’s commitment to supporting trade and investment partnerships that drive economic growth, strengthen global partnerships, and contribute to sustainable development around the world. As a country, A global leader in the field of innovation and investment, the UAE is keen to take advantage of its strategic location to lead positive change and create a sustainable impact on a global scale.”
During the summit, His Excellency Al Zeyoudi also participated in a series of forums and discussion sessions, stressing the UAE’s commitment to key initiatives aimed at advancing global development and entrepreneurship.
His Excellency highlighted the country’s cooperation with the World Health Organization to improve the access of necessary medicines to all countries of the world by launching preparations for the UAE to host the Third Global Forum for Local Production in 2025.
His Excellency Al-Zeyoudi also highlighted the entrepreneurship system in the country through activities that included the Billionaire Companies Forum and the Start-up Awards Ceremony, and participated in the Investment Forum in the Middle East, North Africa and China, which focused on the growing essential role of family offices in the Middle East and the use of their enormous wealth in building a brighter future. Sustainability and inclusiveness.
During the ministerial roundtable meeting on investment, His Excellency Al-Zeyoudi joined his counterparts from all over the world to discuss ways to advance sustainable and equitable economic development, reviewing the initiatives offered by the UAE in this field, including the Next Generation Foreign Direct Investment Initiative and the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements Programme. , which aims to double the country’s gross domestic product to 3 trillion dirhams by the end of the current decade.
His Excellency Thani Al Zeyoudi also held many constructive bilateral meetings with ministers and senior government officials from countries in Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas and Oceania. During these meetings, His Excellency explored new horizons for cooperation and investment, as these meetings confirmed the UAE’s commitment to fostering global partnerships and advancing sustainable economic growth.
It is noteworthy that the “AIM” Investment Summit 2024 was attended by delegations including ministers and senior officials from 175 countries, who actively discussed a comprehensive agenda focusing on strategic investment opportunities in all parts of the world with the aim of stimulating global investments and supporting economic growth. The summit brought together decision makers, business sector leaders and investors from all over the world. All over the world to search for innovative solutions that can confront the most difficult global challenges.
The summit also established the position of the UAE and Abu Dhabi as a leading global investor and an attractive destination for foreign investments seeking a growth-stimulating and safe business environment, and as a gateway to investment opportunities and a catalyst for driving economic growth in the Middle East region and beyond.
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