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to USD 22.737 billion in 2022, positioning the UAE as the world’s second-largest recipient of FDI
inflows.

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. Projections
indicate a 25% growth in the global trade market by 2025, with a rise in the growth rate from 2.6%

in 2024 to 3.3% in 2025.

Research highlights that outbound FDI stimulates export growth in origin countries, creating a
symbiotic relationship between global trade and FDI. Together, they are key drivers of economic

globalization, complementing each other to foster expansive economic growth rather than
competing.

Sustainability has emerged as a critical focus within FDI and global trade, as investors increasingly

prioritize environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria to align with sustainable
development goals. As H.E. Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for
Foreign Trade, emphasized, “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.”

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 AIM Congress will offer a dynamic mix of exhibitions, conferences, and

interactive sessions to keep exhibitors and attendees engaged in discussions on how FDI and
global trade drive economic growth.

AIM Congress 2025, organized by the AIM Global Foundation, will feature an array of activities

including forums, dialogue sessions, workshops, high-level meetings, the AIM Investment Awards,
exhibitions, a startup competition, and country-specific showcases. 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.

For more information, please visit: https://www.aimcongress.com

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