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Global Trade and Foreign Direct Investment Unite for a

Prosperous Economic Future at AIM Congress 2025 in
Abu Dhabi

by GEORGIA TODAY November 21, 2024 in Business & Economy Reading Time: 2 mins read

As we near 2025, the landscapes of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and global trade are
undergoing significant transformation, fuelled by a shared commitment to sustainability and

innovation.

The AIM Congress 2025, set to take place from April 7-9 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition
Centre, will serve as a pivotal platform for stakeholders to explore the interplay between FDI and

global trade under the themes: “Navigating the Future of FDI: Overcoming Challenges, Seizing
New Global Opportunities” and “Digitizing International Trade: Sustainability and Transparency in
Global Supply Chains.” The Congress will address the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities

to shape actionable strategies that maximize the potential of FDI and global trade to drive
economic growth and attract investment.

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. According to the World Investment

Report 2024 from UNCTAD, FDI inflows to the UAE reached USD 30.688 billion in 2023, compared

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