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Focusing on the role of technology and innovation in urban projects to achieve economic
development—with a review of Abu Dhabi Urban Plan 2040 as a model for urban development.

Mechanisms for managing economic risks and adapting to them in order to build resilient

economies capable of facing future challenges.

Stimulating international cooperation to devise solutions for safeguarding investments in precious
metals, as well as the necessity to diversify investment portfolios to mitigate risks.

The first day of the fourth edition of Investopia featured 12 major panel discussions under the “Investopia

Dialogues” theme, with the participation of more than 27 speakers including leaders, ministers, decision-
makers, investors, experts, and academics from various economic and development fields.

The events also included 11 roundtable meetings under the “Investopia Communities” theme, attended by a

wide array of government representatives, private sector leaders, and entrepreneurs, amid the participation of
over 3,000 attendees from around the world at Investopia 2025.

This year’s edition of Investopia is graciously sponsored by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy
President of the State, Deputy Prime Minister, and Head of the President’s Court.

The first-day events were inaugurated by Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Investopia
President, in an opening speech that addressed the future of investment in new economy sectors in the UAE

and global markets, the importance of financing to develop sustainable and circular economic models, as well
as enhancing economic openness, building partnerships, and strengthening economic resilience in line with

continuous global economic developments.

The panel discussions covered a variety of vital topics—most notably investment opportunities in new

economy sectors, particularly artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

Other topics included the circular economy and wealth management, impact investing in the philanthropic
sector, the global economic shifts amid ongoing geopolitical challenges, and strategies to boost growth and

competitiveness in the financial services sector.

Economic Transformations and Investment in the New

Economy

The first panel session, titled “Global Trends Shaping the New Economy,” featured speakers such as Erik
Robertsen, Head of Global Research and Chief Strategy Officer at Standard Chartered; Dr. François

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