UAE: Annual investment conference opens tomorrow in Abu Dhabi – News

Attendees from 170 countries attend the three-day top investment platform for global investors

Attendees from 170 countries have begun arriving for the annual investment conference (AIM Global 2023), the premier investment platform for global investors, which will be held in Abu Dhabi for its 12th edition from 8-10 May .

The three-day event is expected to attract an international audience of top executives, policy makers, senior business leaders, government officials and civil society representatives, who will gather to identify untapped business opportunities and foster collaboration based on mutual benefit.

The annual investment conference will be held for the first time in the capital Abu Dhabi under the theme “Investment Paradigm Shift: Future Investment Opportunities for Sustainable Economic Growth, Diversity and Prosperity”.

The event is supported by a partnership between the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology and the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development. Annual investment conferences are known for bringing together thousands of investors from around the world, and this year’s conference was no exception.

Focused on building a global economic roadmap, the event will highlight five key pillars – start-ups, foreign direct investment, small and medium enterprises, cities of the future and foreign portfolio investment – aimed at spurring local and international economic growth. Commenting on the event, Dawood Al Shezawi, Chairman of the Annual Investment Conference, said: “The Annual Investment Conference has become the leading platform for global investors and business leaders to come together to explore new opportunities for growth and development. As we welcome delegates to Abu Dha As we participate in this year’s event, we look forward to sharing our vision for the future and exploring new partnerships that can help drive global economic growth.”

This year’s event will feature a number of initiatives designed to support the five key pillars, including workshops, exhibitions and networking opportunities. Attendees will also have the opportunity to network with leading experts in the investment and technology industries to explore new ways to drive economic growth and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

Investment Tracking Meeting

Under the investment track of the main conference, sessions organized on the first day included “Investing in Space for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Sustainability,” by Candace Johnson, Chair and Partner, Seraphim Space Advisory Board Presented; “Global Economic Outlook – Beyond Paradigm Shifts, Next Steps for Investment Markets”, which explored the role of FDI and FPI in identifying changes that will alter the global investment landscape, impacting ESG investing and embracing all stakeholders opportunities; “Putting FPI into a Greener World,” which focuses on current and future projects and initiatives for sustainable and diverse FPI; and “Creating Resilient Supply Chains to Enhance Growth Opportunities,” which discusses century to create resilient supply chains and the relevance of new infrastructure.

The themes for the second day are “Bridging the Gap: Building Strong International Relationships and Building Trust”, which examines best practices for building and maintaining long-term relationships, and “Digital Transformation: Integrating Innovative Technology into Value-Adding Foreign Direct Investment” ; “Facilitating Investment for Development: How the New Agreement Can Help Increase FDI Flows and Prosperity,” explores how governments and companies can work with international organizations and investment practitioners to implement the IFD Agreement and realize these benefits.

Some of the highlights this year were the ASEAN Regional Focus Forum, which Indonesia holds the ASEAN Chair. With the theme of “ASEAN Affairs: The Center of Growth”, this forum will focus on strengthening ASEAN’s cooperation and ability to deal with regional and global challenges. AIM will also host other forums, such as ‘Direct Investment Flows in Arab Countries in the MENA Region: Realities, Opportunities and Challenges’, to explore investment opportunities and ecosystems in the region.

The forum was hosted by the Federation of Arab Chambers of Commerce, the League of Arab States and the Investment and Technology Promotion Office in Bahrain-UNIDO. The next forum, the Regional Focus Forum – Group of African, Caribbean and Pacific States, will present the results of a joint WAIPA and UNIDO survey highlighting the most pressing challenges facing ACP IPA.

The “African Regional Focus Meeting” forum organized by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa focused on the launch of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and how it could serve as a milestone towards the creation of a single continental market, as in African Union Agenda 2063: What We Want Africa.

On May 10th, AIM Global 2023 will host the “LAC Regional Focus Forum on Productive Development in Latin America and the Caribbean: Future Strategies” organized by the Inter-American Development Bank and CAF – Latin American Development Bank, and will review policy and many Latin American and Caribbean A country’s strategy to promote productive development and diversify its economy.

The event will be followed by the SADC Regional Focus Forum, hosted by the Southern African Development Community, which will explore the paradigm shifts transforming the world of capital markets and investing.

AIM will also host several world-class side events on May 8th. These include the World Local Production Forum: Enhancing Access to Medicines and Other Health Technologies, the Global Forum on Credit Management and Non-Performing Loan Investments, and the first part, the Entrepreneurs Investment Summit.

The Russia-Middle East Forum entitled “Russia-Middle East: Cooperation for Economic Growth and People’s Well-being” will also be held on this day.

These forums and side events will provide attendees with valuable opportunities to gain insight into the current state of investment opportunities, market trends and best practices in each region. The Annual Investment Conference is a must-see event for investors and business leaders looking to stay on top of global investment trends. With an impressive line-up of speakers, cutting-edge technology, and the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals, this year’s edition will be the most exciting yet. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to shape the future of the global economy.