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Zawya
6 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Majra – National CSR Fund honours top 20 CSR projects at inaugural Sustainable Impact Challenge 2025
H.E. Bin Touq: The UAE is deeply committed toward developing national initiatives that promote the values of social responsibility, and the 'Sustainable Impact Challenge' embodies our vision of encouraging responsible business practices The event witnessed several sessions and meetings that discussed a range of topics, including: Barriers that hinder the advancement of social responsibility in the UAE and the need for stronger regulatory frameworks to adopt CSR initiatives across the private sector. The importance of supporting public-private collaborations in developing the impact economy and promoting sustainable and comprehensive development. UAE: MAJRA – National CSR Fund recognised the top three winning projects and honoured 17 other initiatives shortlisted for the inaugural edition of Sustainable Impact Challenge 2025, during a prestigious awards ceremony held at the SEE Institute in The Sustainable City, Dubai. Held under the patronage and in the presence of H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of Majra's Board of Trustees, alongside prominent figures, such as H.E. Hessa Bint Essa Buhumaid, Director General of the Community Development Authority, the event celebrated innovative initiatives that created tangible impact in the nation's sustainability landscape. H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri said: 'The UAE is deeply committed toward developing national strategies and programs that uphold social responsibility and encourage sustainable practices across all sectors. At Majra, we are pleased to play a key role in this effort by fostering collaboration and building strong partnerships with the private sector. The launch of the first edition of the Sustainable Impact Challenge, which will be held annually, reflects our mission to instil corporate CSR values and nurture a culture of sustainable development. Through this initiative, we aim to support impactful private sector projects that align with the national agenda, contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and promote responsible business practices. This is in line with our broader commitment to shaping a more resilient and sustainable future in accordance with the 'We the UAE 2031' vision.' The Sustainable Impact Challenge is a national platform designed to identify and celebrate outstanding CSR initiatives led by private sector companies, third-sector organisations, universities, and other institutions. It reflects Majra's firm dedication to empowering these vital contributors and directing their efforts toward sustainable development. By recognising impactful initiatives, the Challenge further supports the UAE's broader national drive to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promotes the adoption of CSR and sustainability practices across all major sectors. In her speech, H.E. Hessa Buhumaid affirmed the pivotal role played by Majra through the launching of such CSR initiatives and the identification of effective private sector leadership that would enhance social impact. H.E. highlighted the importance of this Challenge as the first initiative showcasing projects with significant environmental, economic, and social impact in conjunction with the prestigious 'Year of Community' program. Her Excellency praised the efforts of the third sector in providing valuable contributions and actively tackling social, environmental, and economic issues. The top three winners included HeroGo, for its project 'Empowering the GCC to access better quality and more affordable groceries while eliminating food waste'; Thiqa Education's '1 Dirham makes an impact' initiative; and Distant Imagery Solutions' 'Rooted in Innovation UAE Engineered Drones Transform Mangrove Restoration' initiative. Together, they were awarded a total cash prize of AED 600,000 in recognition of their exceptional contributions to sustainable development in the UAE. Additionally, the other shortlisted sustainability initiatives were acknowledged for their outstanding efforts and given the opportunity to showcase their project outcomes. Sarah Shaw, CEO of Majra, said: 'We are delighted to identify and honour the innovative, impactful projects through the Sustainable Impact Challenge 2025. These initiatives highlight the pivotal role of private sector firms in driving sustainable change. At Majra, we look forward to relentlessly supporting such efforts that contribute to the UAE's vision for a sustainable, inclusive and resilient future.' On the sidelines of the event, several sessions and meetings were held to reinforce Majra's lead role in fostering sustainability in various industries. A key session at the event featured H.E. Abdullah Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy and Vice Chairman of Majra's Board of Trustees, along with undersecretaries from five ministries to discuss the main challenges that hinder the advancement of social responsibility in the UAE. Key issues highlighted included the lack of opportunities that encourage private sector involvement, ongoing environmental hurdles and ways to find adequate solutions, and the need for stronger regulatory frameworks that require organisations to implement CSR practices. Another key session titled, 'The Role of Public, Private and Third Sector in Developing an Impact Economy,' explored the importance of cross-sector collaboration in building a sustainable economy. The panel featured thought leaders including Dr. Habiba Al Marashi, Chairperson and Co-Founder, Emirates Environmental Group, Chandran Nair, Founder and CEO, Global Institute For Tomorrow (GIFT) and H.E. Maysa Al Nowais, Executive Director – Community Engagement and Volunteering, Social Contributions Authority – Ma'an. The session was moderated by Mohammed Hanif Al Qassim. The event also hosted the inaugural meeting of the Fashion Sustainability Taskforce, held in the presence of H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri. The meeting laid the groundwork for future collaboration and set the direction for a unified roadmap to promote sustainability within the fashion industry. The Sustainable Impact Challenge 2025 stands as a testament to Majra's unwavering commitment towards establishing a thriving ecosystem that encourages and supports CSR initiatives in line with the UAE's strategic development goals.
Zawya
27-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Etihad Credit Insurance achieves $4.41bln in insured turnover with 15.7% growth
Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE federal export credit company, has revealed a remarkable year of growth and strategic achievement in its 2024 Annual Report, with insured turnover reaching AED16.2 billion - reflecting a 15.7 percent year-on-year increase and accounting for 2.85 percent of the UAE's total non-oil exports. This was announced during a media briefing led by Raja Al Mazrouei, Chief Executive Officer of ECI, and other senior officials from the company. These figures underscore ECI's deepened contribution to supporting and safeguarding UAE-based exporters and investors through strategic credit solutions in over 100 countries and 17 strategic sectors. In 2024, the UAE's non-oil foreign trade surged to AED 3 trillion, marking a 14.6 percent increase over the previous year. ECI's contribution plays a vital role in advancing the nation's goal of achieving AED800 billion in the country's non-oil exports by the next decade, in line with 'We the UAE 2031' economic goals. Since its inception, the company has facilitated over AED 21 billion in cumulative export trade and investment, resulting in booked Gross Written Premium (GWP) of AED447 million, reflecting strong portfolio growth and a high retention rate. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of ECI Board of Directors, said, 'Guided by the unwavering support and directives of our wise leadership, the UAE has made remarkable strides in building a resilient, innovative, and knowledge-based economy. At the heart of this transformation is economic diversification, with non-oil industries, exports, re-exports, and non-oil foreign trade playing a central role in shaping our future aligned with the 'We the UAE 2031' vision. Today, non-oil sectors contribute 74.6% to the UAE's GDP—underscoring their growing role in shaping the country's economic future. Etihad Credit Insurance has significantly contributed to advancing this vision by fostering the expansion of UAE-based companies, enabling broader market access, and reinforcing key economic partnerships through targeted collaborations and tailored credit insurance solutions. By helping UAE businesses compete more effectively on the global stage, ECI plays a vital role in accelerating non-oil export growth and strengthening the country's standing as a leading, diversified economic powerhouse.' Bin Touq further noted that ECI has extended credit guarantees to cover several major infrastructure and energy deals in African markets, including Angola and Senegal, in line with the UAE's strategic efforts to foster sustainable global partnerships and drive inclusive economic development. 'In 2024, ECI provided targeted trade and investment insurance solutions to projects that advance clean energy, food security, critical infrastructure, and water sustainability. These efforts reflect our growing role in shaping a trade and export ecosystem that delivers long-term economic value while addressing urgent global challenges such as climate change and social equity,' he elaborated. The report stated that the company has witnessed a gross exposure of AED 11 billion - a 14.58 percent increase over 2023. This growth was supported by a diverse portfolio, with over 60 percent of beneficiaries comprising small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The report highlighted that ECI secured AA- international rating by Fitch for the sixth consecutive year, reflecting on the company's ability to mitigate potential risks and reiterate its strong presence in global markets. Raja Al Mazrouei said, 'We are committed to supporting the UAE's accelerated drive toward economic resilience and long-term sustainability. By offering innovative credit solutions, streamlined access to financing, and forging high-impact strategic partnerships, we empower UAE exporters, particularly SMEs, to unlock new opportunities and scale globally with confidence in an increasingly competitive world. This is reflected in ECI's strong performance in 2024, which not only underscores its pivotal role in enabling the national export competitiveness but also its commitment to empowering businesses with the tools and confidence to expand into new global markets. A key milestone for us in 2024 was the launch of Xport Xponential, a comprehensive program designed to support UAE-based companies. This new strategic initiative aligns with our commitment to increasing ECI's contribution to the non-oil GDP by 7-fold by 2031.' Al Mazrouei also reaffirmed ECI's dedication to clean and green energy initiatives in line with the UAE's sustainability commitments and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 'The Africa Green Investment Initiative (AGII) led by the UAE and announced at the Africa Climate Summit, held in Nairobi in September 2023, is a multistakeholder partnership that employs an innovative approach to climate finance, combining the resources, expertise, and local knowledge of the following partners: Abu Dhabi Fund for Development; Masdar; AMEA Power; Africa 50; and Etihad Credit Insurance. AGII aims to deploy $4.5 billion in African renewable energy capacity by the end of the decade. "This initiative represents one of the most comprehensive efforts to drive climate action and decarbonization in emerging economies and least developed countries to date and builds on the UAE's long-standing commitment to international cooperation and sustainable socio-economic development." Furthermore, the report revealed that ECI offers coverage of up to AED500 million per risk, with 60 percent of that amount ceded under a quota-share arrangement. This structure is backed by nine reinsurers rated 'A' and above, reaffirming ECI's robust reinsurance treaty. The report also highlighted ECI's commitment to supporting clients beyond credit insurance. This commitment was demonstrated by the company's effective handling of overdue payments, which resulted in the collection of AED 158 million from overdue payments, achieving collection success rate of 77 percent. With this, the total debt collected by ECI since its inception has risen to AED528 million, an 87 percent recovery success rate. The report further detailed the composition of ECI's portfolio, noting that 70 percent of its exposure lies in Short-Term Credit Insurance (ST), which supports high-frequency trade cycles, particularly in manufacturing, ICT, and agri-exports. Medium and Long-Term (MLT) commitments account for 17 percent of the portfolio, highlighting ECI's growing involvement in infrastructure, energy, and other capital-intensive sectors. The remaining 13 percent is dedicated to Political Risk Insurance (PRI). In terms of geographic distribution, the report identified Saudi Arabia as ECI's largest export market within the Gulf and wider MENA region, accounting for 7 percent of the company's total exposure. ECI also provided notable coverage for exports to Egypt, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain, highlighting the strength of intra-regional trade. Beyond the Middle East, ECI supported significant trade flows to leading Asian economies such as India and Singapore, while also facilitating UAE exports to Europe - including the UK and EU - and America. Furthermore, ECI signed around 28 agreements with government export credit agencies worldwide, including US EXIM, Korea Eximbank, Sinosure, BPI France, solidifying ECI's position as a trusted partner for international trade. Finally, the report also outlined ECI's plans to leverage the UAE's Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs) to further enhance trade and strengthen commercial relations. These efforts will be supported by ECI's expanding information database, which grants access to over 400 million corporates globally, empowering UAE-based exporters with valuable insights and intelligence.
Zawya
20-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Third edition of Investopia Europe kicks off in Milan
Event welcomes participation of 600 leaders, investors, and key business figures from the UAE, Italy, and across wider Europe Abu Dhabi: Investopia organised the third edition of Investopia Europe at Palazzo Mezzanotte, the historic headquarters of the Italian Stock Exchange in Milan, with an aim to strengthen economic partnerships between the UAE, Italy, and European markets in key and fast-growing sectors, particularly the new economy, tourism, entrepreneurship, SMEs, the creative economy, technology, and artificial intelligence. It also explored investment trends in emerging sectors within Europe and various global approaches to developing adaptable and sustainable economic policies. Strategic partnership between the UAE and Italy H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia, stated that the UAE and Italy share a robust and deep strategic partnership that span various sectors. These relations are reinforced by the continued exchange of high-level visits between the two countries, including the most recent visit by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to Rome in February. The visit saw the signing of several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and the announcement of UAE investments worth USD 40 billion in Italy across various sectors, including technology, AI, energy, and digital transformation -supporting both nations' aspirations to advance sustainable economic development. Investopia: An influential global platform H.E. Bin Touq said: 'Since its launch in 2021, Investopia has pursued an ambitious goal: connecting capital with promising investment opportunities in emerging markets and encouraging business communities to invest and expand in future economic sectors. To this end, it offers a globally influential platform that has catalysed new economy ventures and brought together thousands of leaders, experts, entrepreneurs, investors, and capital owners from around the world to explore investment trends, shape policy, devise innovative solutions to challenges, and transform them into sustainable opportunities for the future.' Investment opportunities in the UAE H.E. added: 'Investopia Europe has successfully become a vital platform that solidifies economic cooperation between the UAE and Italy and fosters dialogue between the UAE and European business communities, enabling them to explore promising investment opportunities in emerging sectors in both markets.' H.E. further noted that this edition plays a crucial role in strengthening sustainable partnerships, accelerating digital transformation, and reviewing adaptable policies and strategies that support comprehensive economic growth, particularly in light of today's rapid global economic shifts. Italy: A Key trade partner for the UAE in Europe H.E. continued: 'The UAE considers Italy a key economic partner in Europe. The selection of Milan - Italy's capital of commerce and fashion - to host Investopia Europe reaffirms the strength and depth of the economic ties between the two countries. Milan also serves as a world-class hub for business and creative industries.' 11,000 Italian brands in the UAE The UAE's exports to Italy increased by 50 per cent in 2024 to total USD 1.2 billion compared to that of 2023. Currently, there are nearly 11,000 Italian brands operating across various economic sectors in the UAE. As for bilateral investments, the UAE's investments in Italy reached around USD 81 million between 2019 and 2023, primarily in tourism, hospitality, transport, and logistics. Meanwhile, Italian FDI inflows into the UAE reached approximately USD 519 million during the same period, reflecting the growing momentum of economic and investment exchanges between the two sides. Invitation to the Italian business community H.E. Abdulla bin Touq invited the Italian business community to expand its investments in the UAE and capitalize on the attractive incentives and advantages offered by the local business environment. These include 100 per cent foreign ownership, the availability of more than 2,000 licensed economic activities, tax incentives, long-term residency options for investors and entrepreneurs, a wide array of integrated and sector-specific free zones, and a comprehensive legislative framework that encourages expansion in future economic sectors. His Excellency emphasized the UAE's keenness to enhance dialogue between the private sectors of both countries through dynamic platforms such as the UAE-Italy Business Council and the forthcoming Joint Economic Committee. H.E. Alia Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, participated in a session on enhancing the leadership role of SMEs on the global stage. She stated: 'The UAE and Italy share a common vision for business and startup development. SMEs currently account for 95 per cent of all businesses operating in the UAE, while in Italy, small and family-owned enterprises represent a significant portion of the industrial sector. This highlights our shared belief in the vital role SMEs play in driving sustainable economic development.' Investopia Europe: A new platform supporting entrepreneurs Her Excellency continued: "The UAE prioritizes the development of a comprehensive national entrepreneurship ecosystem based on global best practices, recognizing its importance in diversifying the national economy and fostering innovation across various vital sectors. Thanks to these efforts, our country ranked first globally for the fourth consecutive year in the 2024/2025 Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Report, which recognized it as the world's best environment for entrepreneurship and SMEs, out of 56 economies. The UAE is currently home to more than 50 public and private business incubators and accelerators." Her Excellency added that Investopia Europe dialogues is a powerful new platform for engagement, bringing together policymakers, entrepreneurs, and investors from both countries to shape future visions and strategies for SME growth. 14 panel sessions at Investopia Europe The latest edition of Investopia Europe dialogues, organized in partnership with strategic partner EFG Consulting, featured 14 sessions on the UAE's vision for building an economic model that combines innovation and competitiveness. The sessions highlighted the UAE's efforts to diversify its economy, its geographic advantages, and its role as an economic hub that attracts foreign direct investment while supporting sustainable economic development at regional and global levels. The discussions addressed challenges facing the global economy and potential economic scenarios amid geopolitical shifts, exploring how these challenges could be transformed into opportunities to support SME growth. Business environment enablers in the UAE and Italy The sessions explored the shared vision of the UAE and Italy to foster a more dynamic investment environment and outlined strategies to boost bilateral investment flows in line with the goals of both countries' business communities. Discussions highlighted the economic strength of Italian tourism and its key role in Italy's development, as well as the global impact of scientific research. The advantages offered by the UAE and Italian business ecosystems for entrepreneurs and startups were also emphasized, particularly in fostering innovation and creativity across vital economic sectors. Localization of technology in creative industries The sessions also explored the importance of localizing technology and advanced techniques within creative industries such as fashion and discussed strategies to develop cluster economies and economic blocs. Emphasis was placed on their potential to enhance foreign direct investment (FDI) and facilitate the exchange of goods, technology, and knowledge. Participants examined the competitive advantages and commercial incentives offered by free and special economic zones in both the UAE and Italian markets. Additionally, the sessions addressed global trends in energy sector investment, highlighting the need for diversified energy sources to meet rising global demand while supporting the transition to a greener future. Roundtable meetings Additionally, the third edition of Investopia Europe hosted four high-level roundtable meetings, bringing together key UAE entities such as the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), and the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah). These meetings highlighted the UAE's commercial and logistics capabilities, investment enablers, and advanced technological infrastructure, while also fostering economic partnerships with the Italian private sector. Strategic partnership between G42 and iGenius The event witnessed the announcement of a strategic partnership between G42, the leading UAE-based artificial intelligence (AI) technology holding company, and iGenius, the Italian AI company. The MoU was signed in the presence of H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, and H.E. Alia Abdulla Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship. Valued at USD 600 million, the partnership aims to strengthen cooperation in artificial intelligence, innovation, and digital transformation. It will engage key strategic partners - including Nvidia, Leonardo S.p.A., and Santander - who will contribute both expertise and capital to support this impactful collaboration Strong participation of government officials from both countries In addition to H.E. Bin Touq and H.E. Alia Al Mazrouei, the third edition of Investopia Europe was attended by H.E. Adolfo Urso, Italy's Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy; H.E. Daniela Santanchè, Minister of Tourism of the Italian Republic; Claudia Parzani, Chairwoman of Borsa Italiana; Ignazio La Russa, President of the Italian Senate; H.E. Attilio Fontana, President of the Lombardy Region; H.E. Valentino Valentini, Deputy Minister of Made in Italy; Alessandro Morelli, Undersecretary of State to the Presidency of the Council of Ministers; H.E. Maria Gnjatović, State Secretary at the Ministry of Science, Technological Development, and Innovation of the Republic of Serbia; H.E. Mohamed Abdulrahman Al Hawi, Undersecretary of UAE Ministry of Investment; H.E. Mohamed Juma Al Musharrakh, CEO of Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah); H.E. Khaled Al Huraimel, Group CEO and Vice Chairman of BEEAH Group; Giulio Tremonti, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Commission at the Italian Parliament; Dr. Jean Fares, CEO of Investopia; Professor Giovanni Bozzetti, CEO of EFG Consulting; Stefano Barrese, Chief of Retail & SME Banking Division at Intesa Sanpaolo; and Patrick Chalhoub, Executive Chairman of Chalhoub Group. The event brought together over 600 participants, including senior leaders, experts, investors, businessmen, venture capitalists, and entrepreneurs from the UAE, Italy, and various other European countries. The UAE delegation included around 60 representatives from key government entities such as the Ministry of Investment, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), and the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah). It also featured prominent UAE's private sector companies, including G42, ADQ, NG9, Marjan, BEEAH, and several members of the Investopia Next50 initiative. Since its inception, Investopia has hosted an extensive series of global dialogues across key regional and international markets, including New York, Geneva, New Delhi, Mumbai, Milan, London, Rabat, Singapore, Tokyo, and Monaco. The platform remains committed to fostering economic and investment dialogue between the UAE and its global partners, while actively exploring promising opportunities in future-focused sectors. For further information, please contact: Orient Planet Group (OPG) Email: media@ Website:
The National
15-05-2025
- Business
- The National
Trump's visit signals 'new heights' for trade partnerships with UAE, say ministers
Strong trade partnerships are set to soar with US President Donald Trump's first visit to the UAE. Mr Trump is in Abu Dhabi for two days on the final leg of a milestone tour of the Gulf – his first overseas visit since he took office in January. The UAE government has said the presidential visit strengthens the strategic partnership and reflects a commitment on both sides to build on long-term economic relations. 'The UAE and the United States share historical and strategic relations built on friendship and mutual understanding,' Abdulla bin Touq, Minister of Economy, told state news agency Wam. 'The visit reinforces the UAE's position as an influential global economic hub and supports the achievement of sustainable economic and social development.' He said the visit reflected the UAE leadership's vision to strengthen partnerships with the US. Trade is high on the agenda of the two-day visit to Abu Dhabi with announcements expected to cover investments in clean energy, artificial intelligence, sustainable industrial development and advanced technology. Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, spoke of efforts to boost trade ties further and grow the partnership to scale new heights of prosperity. 'The United States is a close partner and friend to the United Arab Emirates and we look forward to further strengthening our bilateral trade relations and ensuring that our shared path of prosperity continues by promoting the smooth flow of goods, services, and capital necessary to stimulate shared economic growth,' he said. The US is the UAE's largest trading partner outside Asia and the sixth largest globally accounting for 4 per cent of the UAE's non-oil trade that reached $32.8 billion last year. More than 1,800 US companies have set up in the UAE, according to the UAE Chamber of Commerce and Industry that anticipates a rise in the businesses keen on expanding to the Emirates. More than 115 UAE companies operate in the US in health care, technology, tourism, aviation, AI and hospitality. The UAE has investments in the US estimated at about $1 trillion in sectors across aviation, manufacturing, energy, advanced technology, and artificial intelligence. Both countries also work closely to strengthen regional and global security along with economic prosperity.
Zawya
13-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Third edition of Investopia Dialogues – Europe kicks off in Milan
In the presence of H.E. Bin Touq, alongside ministers, officials, and investors from the UAE and Italy Abu Dhabi: The third edition of Investopia Dialogues – Europe is set to take place this week in Milan, Italy, with the participation of a high-level UAE economic delegation, led by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia. The delegation also includes H.E. Alia bint Abdulla Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, and H.E. Mohammed Abdulrahman Al Hawi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Investment. The event will explore opportunities for diverse future partnerships with the Italian and European business communities, in line with Investopia's vision to become a dynamic global platform that brings together governments and business leaders to foster dialogue and create opportunities in future investment trends and new economy sectors. The UAE delegation comprises about 60 members representing key government entities, including the Ministry of Investment, Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone, and Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah). The delegation also includes leading private sector companies such as G42, ADQ, NG9, Marjan, Bee'ah, and several firms affiliated with the Investopia Next50 initiative. This edition of Investopia Europe is particularly significant thanks to the participation of ministers, senior government officials, and high-level decision-makers from both the UAE and Italy, as well as CEOs, investors, and entrepreneurs from the UAE, Italy, and other European countries. This creates exceptional opportunities for collaboration in priority investment sectors. Through a series of panel discussions featuring international officials, economic experts, and business leaders, the latest edition focuses on exploring promising opportunities in both UAE and European markets. It covers a wide range of new economy sectors, tourism, and hospitality, while also examining ways to boost SME investments and entrepreneurial ventures in technology, AI, advanced manufacturing, circular economy, creative industries, and financial services. The event will spotlight future investment trends in smart cities, infrastructure, urban development, sustainability, and renewable energy and address crucial economic drivers, including global economic growth, job creation, the future of family businesses, and responsible investment. The latest edition of Investopia Europe will also witness the signing of agreements and MoUs between Italian and Emirati companies, aimed at strengthening cooperation in technology, AI applications, and advanced industries. Since its launch, Investopia has organized an extensive series of global dialogues across strategic regional and international markets, including New York, Geneva, New Delhi, Mumbai, Milan, London, Rabat, Singapore, Tokyo, and Monaco. Investopia remains committed to strengthening economic and investment dialogue between the UAE and its global partners while exploring promising opportunities in future sectors. Investopia is anchored on three core pillars: Investopia Dialogues, which brings together decision-makers and investors in strategic meetings held around the world; Investopia Communities, which support the development of specialized business networks; and the Investopia Marketplace, an integrated platform for investment opportunities and networking. In March 2025, Abu Dhabi hosted the fourth edition of the Investopia Summit, attracting over 3,000 participants, including leaders, decision-makers, major investors, economic experts, and media professionals from government and private sectors. The summit featured over 100 speakers, including government leaders, ministers, investors, entrepreneurs, economists, high-net-worth individuals, and venture capital representatives from approximately 70 countries. Attendees took part in 42 panel discussions and 15 roundtable meetings focused on accelerating investments in new and sustainable economy sectors across both public and private domains. For further information, please contact: Orient Planet Group (OPG) Email: media@ Website:
