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In his address, His Excellency Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment

to embedding CSR and sustainability culture and principles within the national economic

framework, highlighting the significance of responsible business practices as a strategic

necessity for ensuring long-term resilience of the national economy.

H.E. added: “The UAE is at the forefront of CSR and sustainability efforts as business leaders
are empowered and incentivised to contribute to these efforts, thereby securing the future of

their industries and driving sustainable social and economic development across the UAE.”

The ‘Impact Lab’ served as a strategic forum for co-designing and developing an initial

comprehensive enablers framework (both financial and non-financial) to encourage private

sector companies to adopt CSR and sustainability global best practices. Discussions during

the workshop focused on a wide range of topics such as creating a robust and effective

financial and non-financial opportunity and enablers package for CSR and sustainability-

driven businesses. By co-designing an initial criterion for companies to qualify for CSR and

sustainability in enablers and crafting a strategic roadmap for the implementation of a robust

enablers framework in line with the UAE’s CSR and sustainability goals.

During the event, Sarah Shaw underscored the significance of collaboration between

government policy makers, industry leaders, and active change agents in shaping a bright

future that prioritises CSR and sustainability. She added: “CSR and sustainability are not

merely a challenge; they are a significant opportunity for positive impact. By embracing

responsible growth, we are not just building a resilient business but are collectively shaping

the future history of the UAE.”