AIM Congress 2025 to host high-level roundtables on global investment trends, challenges
The 14th edition of AIM Congress, set to take place from April 7 to 9, 2025, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, will convene global leaders, policymakers, investors, and business executives to discuss pressing global investment challenges and opportunities.
Held under the theme 'Mapping the Future of Global Investment: The New Wave of a Globalized Investment Landscape – Towards a New Balanced World Structure', AIM Congress 2025 aims to generate strategic recommendations that will help reshape the global investment landscape. The event will serve as a pivotal platform for fostering economic growth, unveiling strategic investment opportunities, and facilitating knowledge exchange among top-tier stakeholders.
Key Roundtables to Shape Global Investment Landscape
AIM Congress 2025 will feature a series of high-level roundtable discussions addressing critical issues in global investment. Among the key sessions are:
Ministerial Roundtable on Investment
Ministerial Roundtable on Investment in Tourism
Heads of Stock Exchange Markets' Roundtable
Heads of Central Banks' Roundtable
Chambers' Talks
These discussions will bring together policymakers and industry leaders to formulate strategies that drive sustainable economic development, explore investment trends, and assess market opportunities worldwide.
Philanthropy as Legacy: Innovation and Social Impact
In alignment with the UAE's Year of Community, AIM Congress 2025 will host the 'Philanthropy as Legacy' roundtable, focusing on the intersection of philanthropy and innovation to address societal challenges.
The discussion will explore how emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and data analytics can enhance philanthropic impact by optimising fund allocation, tracking real-time outcomes, and predicting social trends. Blockchain technology's role in increasing transparency through smart contracts and automated distribution of donations will also be examined.
A significant talking point will be the rise of philanthropists investing in social enterprises and startups that drive long-term, meaningful change. By fostering sustainability and rebuilding ecosystems, these investments are playing a transformative role in economies and communities.
Dawood Al Shezawi, President of AIM Global Foundation and Chairman of the AIM Congress Organising Committee said, 'At AIM Congress, we are committed to fostering impactful discussions that bring together global leaders, innovators, and investors to address the critical challenges shaping the future of the global economy. The roundtable meetings offer a unique opportunity to explore new strategies that promote sustainable development and advance investment in emerging technologies and socially responsible initiatives.'
Global Women's Leadership: Shaping a Sustainable Future
The role of women in business, innovation, and philanthropy will take center stage at the 'Global Women's Leadership Roundtable: Global Women's Leadership in the Modern World.' This session will convene top female leaders from multinational corporations, emerging businesses, international organisations, and cultural institutions to discuss gender diversity, leadership strategies, and the impact of women on global economic and social models.
Key discussion points will include:
Gender diversity as a driver of innovation
The impact of gender inclusion on organisational effectiveness
Strategies for nurturing female leadership through education and mentorship
The role of digitalisation in bridging leadership gaps
Advancing philanthropy and social impact through female leadership
The session will also address challenges faced by women leaders and explore actionable steps for fostering a more inclusive and equitable environment.
Family Offices: Navigating Global Market Trends and Opportunities
With family offices playing a growing role in shaping the global investment landscape, AIM Congress will host a dedicated roundtable exploring their impact on wealth management, early-stage business financing, and long-term investment strategies.
Discussions will focus on:
Family offices' role in supporting innovation and economic growth
Investments in AI, blockchain, and fintech
Alignment of family office strategies with environmental and social impact objectives
Investment opportunities in emerging and developing markets
Comprehensive Program of AIM Congress 2025
As an initiative of the AIM Global Foundation, AIM Congress 2025 will offer a diverse range of activities, including:
High-level meetings and dialogue sessions
Forums and workshops
The AIM Investment Awards and Exhibition
A startups competition and AI Champion showcase
Country-specific investment opportunities across eight key portfolios:
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
Global Trade
Startups and Unicorns
Future Cities
Future Finance
Global Manufacturing
Digital Economy
Entrepreneurs
With a strong focus on shaping the future of investment, AIM Congress 2025 is expected to be a landmark event driving economic progress and fostering strategic collaborations.
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