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Mid East Info
11-04-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Abu Dhabi Chamber cooperates with Florida, Guangxi, and Moscow to increase trade and investment - Middle East Business News and Information
Abu Dhabi's attractive business environment and growth opportunities highlighted at the AIM Investment Summit 2025. Abu Dhabi, UAE – As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen international partnerships, the Abu Dhabi Chamber signed two cooperation agreements with the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region of China and the Florida Chamber of Commerce. It also discussed enhancing cooperation with the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry to increase mutual trade and investment with trading partners and influential economies around the world. This took place during the Chamber's participation in the AIM Investment Summit 2025 as a business community partner, to enhance cooperation and build relationships with investors from around the world. The Chamber also promoted Abu Dhabi's dynamic economic ecosystem to enhance its status as a leading global investment destination. During the summit, the Chamber showcased its ongoing efforts to encourage strategic partnerships and provide promising business opportunities. It also participated in a range of activities and events, including discussions, seminars, and meetings with business leaders, decision-makers, and experts from various sectors. His Excellency Shamis Al Dhaheri, Second Vice Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Managing Director, said: 'The agreements signed by the Abu Dhabi Chamber during our participation at the AIM Investment Summit emphasise the emirate's proactive approach to building and developing relationships and partnerships that shape the future of the global economy and investment landscape. Our participation led to numerous initiatives to enhance cooperation and develop relationships with partners, investors, start-ups, and entrepreneurs.' His Excellency added: 'The Abu Dhabi Chamber's pavilion at the summit served as a valuable platform for knowledge and experience exchange with visiting delegations. It highlighted promising opportunities in many sectors to attract investments, enable partnerships, explore innovations, and introduce Abu Dhabi's business ecosystem. The emirate, known for ease of doing businesses, enabling all to achieve growth and prosperity, is strengthening its position as an attractive centre for talent, investments, and business, and a vital nod in international trade. It provides opportunities for local and international investors and supports the expansion and development of businesses.' Strategic partnerships: The agreement between the Abu Dhabi Chamber and the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region of China, signed by H.E. Shamis Ali Al Dhaheri and Ms. Wang Xinhong, Deputy Executive Director of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, reflects the Chamber's commitment to strengthening trade ties with key international partners, attracting investments and accessing new markets in the world's fastest-growing economies. The agreement with the Florida Chamber of Commerce, signed by His Excellency Khaled Al Fahim, a member of the Chamber's Board of Directors, and Katia Yeutter, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of the Florida American Chamber, focuses on reinforcing trade ties and identifying economic sectors of mutual interest to drive growth and sustainability. Both sides expressed interest in expanding investment and trade, open broader avenues for dialogue between private sector's companies, provide access to resources, and organise initiatives and events. Dialogue sessions and business meetings: During its participation in several dialogue sessions, the Abu Dhabi Chamber highlighted the emirate's diverse investment potential, including economic diversification strategy that has increased the contribution of non-oil sectors to the GDP, strategic projects, advanced infrastructure, and innovation and technology centers. H.E. Shamis Ali Al Dhaheri and H.E. Vladimir Platonov, President of the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry discussed ways to strengthen economic cooperation and increase communication and coordination across various economic activities, opening new opportunities for consolidating relationships, launching joint projects, encouraging investment flows, and enabling companies to expand and grow in both Abu Dhabi and Moscow to serve the shared interests of the UAE and the Russian Federation.
Zawya
11-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Abu Dhabi Chamber cooperates with Florida, Guangxi, and Moscow to increase trade and investment
Abu Dhabi, UAE – As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen international partnerships, the Abu Dhabi Chamber signed two cooperation agreements with the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region of China and the Florida Chamber of Commerce. It also discussed enhancing cooperation with the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry to increase mutual trade and investment with trading partners and influential economies around the world. This took place during the Chamber's participation in the AIM Investment Summit 2025 as a business community partner, to enhance cooperation and build relationships with investors from around the world. The Chamber also promoted Abu Dhabi's dynamic economic ecosystem to enhance its status as a leading global investment destination. During the summit, the Chamber showcased its ongoing efforts to encourage strategic partnerships and provide promising business opportunities. It also participated in a range of activities and events, including discussions, seminars, and meetings with business leaders, decision-makers, and experts from various sectors. His Excellency Shamis Al Dhaheri, Second Vice Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Managing Director, said: 'The agreements signed by the Abu Dhabi Chamber during our participation at the AIM Investment Summit emphasise the emirate's proactive approach to building and developing relationships and partnerships that shape the future of the global economy and investment landscape. Our participation led to numerous initiatives to enhance cooperation and develop relationships with partners, investors, start-ups, and entrepreneurs.' His Excellency added: 'The Abu Dhabi Chamber's pavilion at the summit served as a valuable platform for knowledge and experience exchange with visiting delegations. It highlighted promising opportunities in many sectors to attract investments, enable partnerships, explore innovations, and introduce Abu Dhabi's business ecosystem. The emirate, known for ease of doing businesses, enabling all to achieve growth and prosperity, is strengthening its position as an attractive centre for talent, investments, and business, and a vital nod in international trade. It provides opportunities for local and international investors and supports the expansion and development of businesses.' Strategic partnerships The agreement between the Abu Dhabi Chamber and the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region of China, signed by H.E. Shamis Ali Al Dhaheri and Ms. Wang Xinhong, Deputy Executive Director of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, reflects the Chamber's commitment to strengthening trade ties with key international partners, attracting investments and accessing new markets in the world's fastest-growing economies. The agreement with the Florida Chamber of Commerce, signed by His Excellency Khaled Al Fahim, a member of the Chamber's Board of Directors, and Katia Yeutter, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of the Florida American Chamber, focuses on reinforcing trade ties and identifying economic sectors of mutual interest to drive growth and sustainability. Both sides expressed interest in expanding investment and trade, open broader avenues for dialogue between private sector's companies, provide access to resources, and organise initiatives and events. Dialogue sessions and business meetings During its participation in several dialogue sessions, the Abu Dhabi Chamber highlighted the emirate's diverse investment potential, including economic diversification strategy that has increased the contribution of non-oil sectors to the GDP, strategic projects, advanced infrastructure, and innovation and technology centers. H.E. Shamis Ali Al Dhaheri and H.E. Vladimir Platonov, President of the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry discussed ways to strengthen economic cooperation and increase communication and coordination across various economic activities, opening new opportunities for consolidating relationships, launching joint projects, encouraging investment flows, and enabling companies to expand and grow in both Abu Dhabi and Moscow to serve the shared interests of the UAE and the Russian Federation.
Zawya
08-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Bahrain tourism revenue rises 13% in 2024
Fatima Al Sairafi, Minister of Tourism of the Kingdom of Bahrain, affirmed that the country's tourism sector continues to achieve notable results in both performance and revenue, benefiting from the national tourism strategy launched in 2022 and extending through 2026. The strategy has led to tangible increases in both visitor numbers and tourism income. Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the AIM Investment Summit 2025 in Abu Dhabi, Al Sairafi stated that Bahrain's tourism performance in 2024 showed an approximately 13 percent rise in revenue compared to the same period in 2023, along with a nearly 20 percent increase in visitor numbers. These indicators reflect the effectiveness of Bahrain's promotional efforts and the growing appeal of the Kingdom as a promising tourism destination in the region. She explained that Bahrain's national tourism strategy has focused on two main pillars: tourism promotion and attracting high-quality investments, particularly in tourism infrastructure. This has contributed to the Kingdom's growing reputation as a distinguished tourism destination both regionally and internationally. The minister added that the Ministry of Tourism continues to work with local and international partners to enhance the competitiveness of the sector through projects and initiatives aimed at improving service quality and diversifying the tourism experiences offered in Bahrain. Al Sairafi emphasised that these positive figures encourage the ministry to continue advancing both direct and indirect tourism investments and promoting public-private sector integration. She confirmed that the 2022–2026 strategy is progressing in line with clear performance indicators and aims to position tourism as a key contributor to Bahrain's economy by stimulating qualitative growth across various supporting sectors.
Gulf Business
02-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
UAE to host these 10 major global conferences, events in April
Image: Getty Images The UAE is set to host a series of high-profile conferences, exhibitions, and global events in April. The events will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators across multiple sectors, ranging from investment and emergency management to artificial intelligence, aviation, healthcare, and gaming. The following events will be held this month Abu Dhabi will host the AIM Investment Summit 2025 from April 7-9 at ADNEC, welcoming over 25,000 participants from more than 170 countries. The summit will focus on sustainable development projects, job creation, and fostering global investment collaboration. The World Local Production Forum, also set for April 7-9 at The World Crisis & Emergency Management Summit 2025, organised by the UAE's National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority, will take place from April 8-9 at ADNEC. It will be accompanied by the Crisis Management Technologies Exhibition, highlighting the role of advanced technologies in crisis response. The Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week will return for its second edition from April 15-17, with over 15,000 participants and 325 exhibitors expected. From April 27-29, the Culture Summit Abu Dhabi will take place at Manarat Al Saadiyat, under the theme 'Culture for Humanity and Beyond,' focusing on the relationship between culture and global transformation. Dubai will host Dubai AI Week from April 21-25, featuring the Machines Can See Summit and the Dubai AI Festival. The event is expected to attract over 8,000 AI experts, 500 investors, and 100 exhibitors from more than 100 countries. The 64th Annual Conference of the International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers' Associations (IFATCA 2025) will take place in Abu Dhabi from April 28 to May 2, bringing together aviation industry leaders. The Arabian Travel Market ( The Dubai Esports and Games Festival will run from April 25 to May 11, featuring gaming exhibitions, tournaments, and competitions, including the Dubai Cosplay Championship and Play Beyond challenges. The Sharjah Children's Reading Festival, taking place from April 23 to May 4, will feature book releases, interactive activities, and performances designed for young audiences.
Arabian Business
31-03-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
UAE events in April 2025: AIM Congress 2025, Dubai AI Week, Arabian Travel Market and more
The UAE is set to host a range of major conferences, exhibitions, and global events throughout April, reflecting its influential role in shaping the future of several vital sectors regionally and globally. The events hosted in the UAE are distinguished by broad international participation, further strengthening its position as the world's leading destination for business tourism and international conferences. Among the highlights are AIM Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi, Dubai AI Week and the influential Arabian Travel Market. AIM Congress 2025 Abu Dhabi is preparing to welcome more than 25,000 participants, high-level figures, and top global investors during the AIM Investment Summit 2025, taking place from April 7 to 9 at ADNEC Abu Dhabi. More than 170 countries have confirmed their participation in the international exhibition held alongside the AIM Summit, which highlights sustainable development projects, the creation of job opportunities, and enhancing collaboration and connectivity among participants. UAE Emergency and Crisis Management 2025 The National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority is organising the 8th edition of the World Crisis & Emergency Management Summit 2025, which will take place from April 8 to 9 at ADNEC Abu Dhabi. The authority also announced the organisation of the 'Crisis Management Technologies Exhibition' to run in parallel with the summit, aiming to showcase the UAE's leadership in fostering global partnerships, innovation, and the use of advanced technologies, with a focus on joint strategic initiatives that support preparedness and effective crisis response. Air Traffic Management Abu Dhabi will host the 64th edition of the Annual Conference of the International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers' Associations (IFATCA 2025) from April 28 April to May 2, with extensive participation from international organisations, government agencies, and many leading companies in the civil aviation sector. Local Production The 3rd edition of the World Local Production Forum will be held from April 7 to 9 at ADNEC, attracting over 4,000 participants. The forum will discuss key issues related to sustainable local production, technology transfer, and ways to enhance partnerships to ensure fair access to high-quality health products. Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi is preparing to launch the second edition of Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week, taking place from April 15 to 17 2025 at ADNEC. The event is expected to attract more than 15,000 participants and more than 325 exhibiting entities. Culture Summit Abu Dhabi The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi is organising the 7th edition of its leading global platform, the Culture Summit Abu Dhabi, to be held from April 27 to 29 2025 at Manarat Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi's cultural district. The summit will be held under the theme 'Culture for Humanity and Beyond', and will spotlight the vital relationship between culture and humanity in a time of accelerated transformation. Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit Dubai is preparing to host the Global Justice, Love & Peace Summit 2025, which will bring together more than 2,800 peace advocates from around the world, at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) in Expo City Dubai on April 12 and 13 2025. Dubai AI Week Dubai AI Week will take place from April 21 to 25 2025, featuring numerous conferences, initiatives, and exhibitions that reflect Dubai's vision for the future of AI and its vast opportunities. The event will host the third edition of the 'Machines Can See' Summit and the Dubai AI Festival, which is expected to attract over 8,000 AI experts, more than 500 investors, and over 100 speakers and 100 exhibitors from more than 100 countries. Gaming and Esports The Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment has announced the launch of the 4th edition of the Dubai Esports and Games Festival, the largest event of its kind in the region, taking place from April 25 to May 11, 2025. The festival will feature GameExpo, the GameExpo Summit, the Dubai Cosplay Championship, Play Beyond competitions, along with city-wide tournaments, educational challenges, and interactive experiences that allow visitors to explore and learn within the gaming world. Arabian Travel Market The next edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from April 28 to May 1, 2025. The event is expected to attract over 47,000 participants and will feature more than 2,600 exhibitors representing more than 161 global destinations. Sharjah Children's Reading Festival The 16th edition of the Sharjah Children's Reading Festival will be held from April 23 to May 4, 2025 at Expo Centre Sharjah. The festival will present a wide range of new book releases for children and youth, alongside a rich programme of interactive activities, theatrical and artistic performances, and educational and entertainment events lasting 12 days.
