Hosting AIM Congress in Abu Dhabi reinforces UAE’s position as FDI hub

 Dr Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade and President of AIM Congress, affirmed that hosting the AIM Congress in Abu Dhabi reinforces the UAE’s position as a global destination for foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows, an international hub for trade and business, and a model for the positive impact of foreign investments – both inbound and outbound – in driving comprehensive development and sustainable growth.

This came in the press conference held this morning, Monday, at the Emirates News Agency (WAM) theatre in Abu Dhabi, to announce the partners of the 14th edition of AIM Congress 2025 along with a number of key stakeholders, government officials, ambassadors, international organisation representatives, and local and global media.

AIM Congress 2025 aims to attract more than 25,000 prominent figures from 180 countries around the world, with the participation of 1,500 artificial intelligence companies and 500 startups. The event is expected to feature over 1,000 speakers in more than 350 discussion sessions.

Further, AIM Congress 2025 highlights the collaborative efforts that have enhanced its success for over a decade, through its long-term strategic partnerships with over 330 partners from reputable institutions, companies, and organisations from all over the world.

The event will discuss 8 key themes: Foreign Direct Investment, Global Trade, Startups and Unicorns, Future Cities, Future Finance, Global Manufacturing, Digital Economy, and Entrepreneurs.

The organising committee of the event have introduced two new themes on Global Trade and Global Manufacturing due to their growing importance for emerging economies and the changing priorities of the global investment community.

This ensures that discussions cover all sectors and the latest trends and developments in the global investment landscape, addressing current and future challenges to stimulate and attract global investments while maintaining sustainability standards and employing advanced technologies, which contributes to a balanced, prosperous, and sustainable global economy.

The themes of AIM Congress 2025 cover various sectors, including smart agriculture, energy, infrastructure, finance and capital markets, information and communication technology, industry, medical tourism, biotechnology, medical technology, pharmaceuticals, international trade, logistics and transport, water technology, tourism, and education.

The Global Trade theme, under the slogan "Digitizing the International Trade & the Sustainability and Transparency of Global Supply Chains," will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities associated with it, aiming for a comprehensive understanding of the global investment landscape and developing actionable strategies to harness the potential of foreign direct investment and international trade to drive economic growth and attract more investments.

The Global Manufacturing theme, under the slogan "From 4.0 to 5.0: Leveraging Industry & Bringing Advanced Factories to Life," will focus on transforming manufacturing ecosystems, enhancing product innovation, operational efficiency, and sustainability, contributing to business resilience, fostering innovation, and creating new economic opportunities, as well as improving the quality of life by providing solutions that meet consumer needs faster and more efficiently.

The Digital Economy theme, under the slogan "Embracing Digital Transformation: An ecosystem of interdependent digital technologies for a sustainable and inclusive future," will highlight the critical role of digital technologies in the global shift toward a digital economy, promoting a sustainable, inclusive, and secure digital future.

AIM Congress 2025 will organise a variety of events, forums, discussion sessions, workshops, high-level meetings, exhibitions, AIM Investment Awards, the Startup Pitch Competition, Investment forums, AIM Incubator, and AIM Investment Fund.

AIM Congress 2025 will host several key roundtable meetings, including a Ministerial Investment RoundTable, Ministerial Tourism Investment RoundTable, Stock Exchanges RoundTable, Central Banks RoundTable, Unicorns RoundTable, and Chambers' Talks.

AIM Congress 2025 will also host several local, regional, and global events, forums, and conferences addressing key investment opportunities and challenges to promote global economic growth and sustainability.

In collaboration with international organisations such as UNCTAD, the World Tourism Organisation, WHO, IRENA, UNIDO, and the Global Association of Investment Promotion Agencies, AIM Congress reaffirms its pivotal role in accelerating global economic development and providing an important platform for global investors, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers to explore new opportunities and long-term partnerships to drive economic growth and sustainable development.

The global forums include the World Local Production Forum, UNCTAD, Trade Tech Forum, and investment forums focused on countries like India, Japan, China, Russia, and regional investment dialogues for Africa, Europe, Latin America, and North America.

The third edition of the World Local Production Forum, in collaboration with WHO, will involve more than 5,000 specialists and government officials from 100 countries and major global multinational companies.

Since its inception in 2021, the World Local Production Forum has provided a multilateral platform for local production, bringing together policymakers, private sector leaders, and key stakeholders to foster collaboration, forge partnerships, and develop strategies to stimulate high-quality, sustainable local production.

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