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11/26/24, 10:12 AM AIM Congress to explore interplay between FDI, global trade
The Congress will address the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities to shape
actionable strategies that maximise the potential of FDI and global trade to drive

economic growth and attract investment.

Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade and President

of AIM Congress, emphasised, "While the UAE solidifies its status as a global trade
hub, sustainable growth is paramount to achieving our national development

objectives. We are committed to balancing economic, social, and environmental
goals to address global challenges and unlock new avenues of growth, especially in

emerging markets where such investments can be transformative."

FDI today is more than just capital exchanged between countries; it's a powerful
catalyst for growth, facilitating cross-border capital movement, technology transfer,

and job creation. As firms increasingly expand their operations internationally, FDI

plays an essential role in enhancing productivity and fostering innovation within host
countries.

Global trade, similarly, is a vital engine for economic growth, extending beyond the

exchange of goods across borders to spur innovation and create new opportunities
worldwide.

The positive link between ESG initiatives and FDI inflows-amplified by open trade

policies-makes ESG strategies instrumental in enhancing the appeal of host
countries to foreign investors, while promoting long-term stability.

As strong ESG performance boosts investor confidence, policymakers who

strategically integrate ESG with trade openness position their economies as
resilient and attractive destinations for global capital, fostering diversified growth

aligned with sustainable development.

The 14th edition of the AIM Congress will offer a dynamic mix of exhibitions,
conferences, and interactive sessions and workshops to keep exhibitors and

attendees engaged in discussions on how FDI and global trade drive economic

growth.

The Congress will focus on eight key areas: FDI, Global Trade, Startups and
Unicorns, Future Cities, Future Finance, Global Manufacturing, the Digital Economy,

and Entrepreneurship.

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