emirates7 - The AIM Congress 2025, scheduled for April 7-9 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, will be a key platform for stakeholders to explore the relationship between Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and global trade.
The event will focus on two main themes: "Navigating the Future of FDI: Overcoming Challenges, Seizing New Global Opportunities" and "Digitising International Trade: Sustainability and Transparency in Global Supply Chains."
The Congress will delve into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities, aiming to develop strategies that harness the potential of FDI and global trade to drive economic growth and attract investment.
Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade and President of the AIM Congress, stressed, “As the UAE strengthens its position as a global trade hub, sustainable growth remains crucial to achieving our national development goals. We are focused on balancing economic, social, and environmental objectives to tackle global challenges and open new growth opportunities, particularly in emerging markets where investments can be transformative.”
FDI today goes beyond capital exchanges, acting as a key driver for growth by facilitating cross-border capital movement, technology transfer, and job creation. As businesses expand internationally, FDI is vital for boosting productivity and fostering innovation in host countries.
Similarly, global trade is a critical driver of economic growth, going beyond the exchange of goods to stimulate innovation and new opportunities globally.
The connection between ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives and FDI inflows, supported by open trade policies, demonstrates how ESG strategies can make host countries more attractive to foreign investors, ensuring long-term stability.
Strong ESG performance boosts investor confidence, and governments that integrate ESG with trade openness position their economies as resilient, appealing destinations for global capital, promoting diversified growth in line with sustainable development.
The 14th edition of the AIM Congress will feature a dynamic combination of exhibitions, conferences, and interactive sessions to engage exhibitors and attendees in discussions about how FDI and global trade contribute to economic growth.
The Congress will cover eight key areas: FDI, Global Trade, Startups and Unicorns, Future Cities, Future Finance, Global Manufacturing, the Digital Economy, and Entrepreneurship.
The event will focus on two main themes: "Navigating the Future of FDI: Overcoming Challenges, Seizing New Global Opportunities" and "Digitising International Trade: Sustainability and Transparency in Global Supply Chains."
The Congress will delve into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities, aiming to develop strategies that harness the potential of FDI and global trade to drive economic growth and attract investment.
Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade and President of the AIM Congress, stressed, “As the UAE strengthens its position as a global trade hub, sustainable growth remains crucial to achieving our national development goals. We are focused on balancing economic, social, and environmental objectives to tackle global challenges and open new growth opportunities, particularly in emerging markets where investments can be transformative.”
FDI today goes beyond capital exchanges, acting as a key driver for growth by facilitating cross-border capital movement, technology transfer, and job creation. As businesses expand internationally, FDI is vital for boosting productivity and fostering innovation in host countries.
Similarly, global trade is a critical driver of economic growth, going beyond the exchange of goods to stimulate innovation and new opportunities globally.
The connection between ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives and FDI inflows, supported by open trade policies, demonstrates how ESG strategies can make host countries more attractive to foreign investors, ensuring long-term stability.
Strong ESG performance boosts investor confidence, and governments that integrate ESG with trade openness position their economies as resilient, appealing destinations for global capital, promoting diversified growth in line with sustainable development.
The 14th edition of the AIM Congress will feature a dynamic combination of exhibitions, conferences, and interactive sessions to engage exhibitors and attendees in discussions about how FDI and global trade contribute to economic growth.
The Congress will cover eight key areas: FDI, Global Trade, Startups and Unicorns, Future Cities, Future Finance, Global Manufacturing, the Digital Economy, and Entrepreneurship.