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Emirates closed with a signing that established 24 partnership agreements and MOUs,
including six agreements under the startup intiative Future100.

The event featured over 100 speakers, including government leaders investors, business

leaders, and decision-makers,from 20 countries, with an attendance exceeding 3,000
participants.

Under the theme Harnessing MegaForces, the conference aimed to stimulate business
communities to invest and expand in new economy sectors, while highlighting emerging
financial trends across the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Mechanisms to manage economic
risks and enhance resilience for future disruptions, including pandemics were considered.

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice

President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, Investopia 2025
hosted 51 panel discussions and 15 roundtable meetings. Participants stressed the
importance of accelerating investments in new and sustainable economy sectors and
enhancing trade partnerships to counter geopolitical shifts. They also highlighted the need
to utilize financial resources and funding to bridge investment gaps in circular economy
models.

The sessions addressed ways to support entrepreneurs and startups, explored structural

reforms and economic diversification, and emphasized precious metal investment
protection and portfolio diversification to mitigate future risks. Discussions also covered
the global debt crisis management, the impact of interest rate hikes on the private sector,
and the exchange of best practices in addressing economic challenges.

Third Edition of the Future100 Initiative

Investopia 2025 hosted the third edition of the Future100 initiative, unveiling the 2024 list of
the best UAE startups. This specialist event, discussed AI, emerging technologies, SME

growth and innovative investment strategies. The role of women entrepreneurs in shaping
economic and social impact was also highlighted.

Enhancing Arab-Asian Economic Cooperation

The event hosted the first Business and Investors Conference between Arab Countries
Central Asian Nations, and Azerbaijan, strengthening economic ties across trade,

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