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8/19/25, 2:14 PM UAE to host inaugural UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit in Dubai on October 27 | World News - Times of India
The event is strategically positioned to cement the UAE’s reputation as a reliable
investment partner for African countries, helping to create new pipelines for

collaboration across sectors that are vital to the continent’s economic future.

Shared vision for sustainable growth and development

Badreya Al Maidoor underscored the Summit’s significance in driving joint
development. She noted that the event will serve as a platform for knowledge

exchange and partnership building between the UAE and African countries, aimed
at advancing sustainable development through shared interests and project

creation.

She also aligned the Summit’s goals with the UAE’s national agenda, stating that

the initiative supports the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision, which positions the UAE as a
leading global hub for the new economy. This national vision emphasizes

international cooperation, future-oriented sectors, and economic sustainability.

FHS World 2025: A catalyst for regional and global dialogue

The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) is a globally recognized platform that brings

together key players across the hospitality, travel, and tourism sectors. FHS

serves as a space for:

Strategic dialogue and networking

Exploring global and regional hospitality trends

Fostering investments and cross-border partnerships

Promoting sustainable tourism and innovation

Talent development and leadership exchange

FHS is organized by The Bench, a company founded by Jonathan Worsley in

2001. Initially launched as the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) in

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