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2024 AIM Congress: Industry leaders explore

investment opportunities in health security,

sustainable agriculture
Story by Hazem Hussein / Muhammad Aamir

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ABU DHABI, 8th May, 2024 (WAM) -- The 2024 AIM Congress, held at the Abu Dhabi
National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from May 7th to May 9th, 2024, witnessed an
unprecedented convergence of industry leaders, policymakers, and visionaries. The
Congress saw captivating sessions under the Universal Track and the International
Partners' Track, fostering dialogue, collaboration, and innovative solutions to global
challenges.

Under the theme "Investing in an Innovative Ecosystem: Navigating Growth Through
Strategic Partnerships," the Universal Track saw China Investment Forum take place
which was marked by insightful discussions and keynote addresses.

The session was skillfully moderated by Duan Yanling, Partner at Zhejiang University
Science Park Development Co., Ltd. The esteemed panel included luminaries such as
Dr. Khaled Hanafy, Secretary General of the Union of Arab Chambers, and Dr. Ibrahim
Moustafa, Vice Chairman for SCZONE for Investment & Promotion, among others.

Keynote speeches by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al-Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign
Trade, and Vice-Chairman of the Industry Development Council, and Ben Harburg,
Managing Partner at MSA Capital & MSA Novo, set the stage for discussions on
fostering economic growth and strengthening international partnerships.

Insights from panelists like Shenwei Hua, Vice Chairman of the Shanghai Municipal
Commission, emphasised the burgeoning trade relations between China and the UAE,
while Dr. Khaled Hanafy underscored the strategic importance of alliances with China
for the Arab world's economic development.

Shenwei Hua, Vice Chairman of the Shanghai Municipal Commission, highlighted the
robust trade relations between China and the UAE, stating, "Shanghai emerges as a
prime destination for investors seeking lucrative opportunities."

AIM Congress delved into critical discussions on advancing global health security and
promoting sustainable local production. Dr. Jicui Dong, representing the World Local
Production Forum (WLPF) Secretariat at the World Health Organization, set the stage

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