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international investment. “By 2050, we aim to transform the lives of 2 million inhabitants,” he stated, pointing to
infrastructure modernization, clean energy initiatives, and agricultural development as the key pillars of progress.

He showcased Congo’s wealth of natural resources—gold, zinc, diamonds, petroleum, and gas—as vital economic

drivers, positioning the country as a strategic trade gateway. "Congo is strategically located, serving as a principal
point of entry and exit for goods," he noted.

In line with global sustainability goals, the President also announced major investments in hydroelectric and solar
energy, aiming to ensure widespread access to clean and reliable power. He reiterated Congo’s readiness to support

entrepreneurs and modernize public services to boost innovation.

Calling on the global investment community, President Sassou Nguesso remarked, “Investing in Congo is not just an

opportunity; it is a win-win proposition for all. We are committed to making our country a destination of choice for long-
term collaboration and shared prosperity.”

Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary General of the League of Arab States, delivered a profound and forward-looking speech
during AIM Congress 2025, underscoring the urgent need for unity, sustainable development, and strategic investment
across the Arab world in the face of growing global challenges.

He drew parallels between current geopolitical tensions and the instability and he urged Arab nations to safeguard

their national interests while strengthening regional cooperation.

Shifting focus to economic development, Aboul Gheit stressed the Arab region’s enormous potential, particularly its

youthful population. “More than 60% of the Arab population is under the age of 30. This represents an extraordinary
opportunity,” he said. He advocated for the empowerment of youth through investment, entrepreneurship, and

innovation.

Speaking during the Global Leaders’ Debate at the AIM Congress 2025, Judith Suminwa Tuluka, Prime Minister of the

Democratic Republic of Congo, spotlighted the nation’s remarkable investment potential amidst ongoing challenges.

Addressing a global audience, Tuluka emphasised the strategic importance of the DRC’s mineral wealth, fertile land,

and youthful population. She acknowledged the infrastructure and energy constraints facing the country, largely
shaped by the legacy of conflict, but reframed them as key areas for impactful investment.

“Our diversity, our minerals, and our role in the climate conversation uniquely position us on the global stage,” she
said. “We are welcoming investment into these sectors and have enacted progressive policies to ensure that

partnerships yield mutual benefits.”

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