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AIM Congress 2025 will highlight the collaborative efforts that have driven the success of its
previous editions for over a decade, thanks to its long-term strategic partnerships with more than
330 esteemed partners, including esteemed international agencies and institutions, major
companies and organizations from all over the globe.

The promotional campaign for AIM Congress 2025 has been launched through the Congress’s
offices in various European and Asian countries. The campaign includes participation in numerous
local, regional and global investment exhibitions and events, alongside outreach through social
media, traditional and digital media. The campaign aims to engage participants and attract
interested visitors from across the continents of the world.

AIM Congress 2025 is set to offer a wide-ranging program of activities, including events, forums,
dialogue sessions, workshops, high-level meetings, the AIM Investment Awards and Exhibition, a
startups competition, and showcases of country-specific investment opportunities. The 2025
edition will focus on eight key portfolios, including two new additions compared to the previous
year, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of various fields and sectors. The Congress aims to
inspire, attract, and guide global investments, all while adhering to sustainability standards and
leveraging advanced technology.

The eight portfolios of AIM Congress 2025 include Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Global Trade,
Startups & Unicorns, Future Cities, Future Finance, Global Manufacturing, Digital Economy, and
Entrepreneurs. These portfolios will encompass a broad range of sectors such as smart agriculture,
energy, infrastructure, finance and stock exchange markets, and information and communication
technology. Additionally, they will address industry, medical tourism, biotechnology, medical
technology, the pharmaceutical industry, international trade, logistics and transportation, water
technology, tourism, and education. This diverse lineup underscores AIM’s comprehensive
approach to exploring and advancing critical areas of development and innovation.
UAE’s position on global investment map

The UAE has solidified its position as a leading global destination for promising investment
opportunities and a key player in the global economy. It continues to be among the most attractive
investment destinations in the Arab world and the broader region, achieving remarkable global
development. This success is driven by forward-thinking strategies, which include economic
diversification, fostering innovation, embracing advanced technology, and creating a business-
friendly environment that promotes sustainable growth. These efforts have ensured the UAE’s
continued leadership on the global investment map.

This is evident in the record growth of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows to the UAE, which
surged by 35% to reach Dh112.6 billion in 2023, according to the World Investment Report 2024 by
the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
According to the latest statistics, the UAE’s non-oil foreign trade has maintained its strong growth
momentum, achieving an unprecedented historical milestone in the first half of 2024. The value of
non-oil trade exceeded Dh 1.395 trillion, marking an 11.2% increase compared to the same period
in 2023. This growth is particularly notable, with increases of 28.8%, 54.7%, and 66% compared to
the first half of 2022, 2021 and 2019, respectively.

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