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4/21/25, 10:11 AM AIM Congress 2025 concludes in Abu Dhabi, cementing UAE’s position as a global investment hub
platform for uniting global leaders, policymakers, and investors to address pressing economic
challenges and explore sustainable, forward-looking solutions.

Supported by UAE Ministry of Economy, Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, and the Ministry
of Investment, this year’s AIM Congress saw an exceptional turnout from heads of state, ministers,

central bank governors, and mayors, alongside representatives from international organizations,
financial institutions, and the private sector.

The event attended by 15,831 distinguished participants from 181 countries, including 207 high-level
government officials, among them 9 heads of state and 74 ministers.

A total of 1,385 speakers contributed to 431 panel discussions and 11 workshops, alongside the

presence of 435 media representatives. The event also featured 588 exhibitors and hosted 12,341
B2B,G2B & G2G meetings, emphasizing its role as a major platform for networking and business
opportunities.The program also featured 13 roundtable meetings and 34 side forums. Additionally, 47
memoranda of understanding (MoUs) were signed, reflecting the event’s role as a catalyst for strategic

global collaboration and investment partnerships.

His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade and President
of AIM Congress, praised the Congress’s outcomes, describing it as a milestone in the journey of the
platform. He emphasized that the unprecedented participation of global leaders and decision-makers

reflects the UAE’s expanding role as a global hub for economic dialogue and investment.

H.E noted that the Congress’s agenda had broadened to include timely themes such as artificial
intelligence, clean technology, and sustainable supply chains, which contributed to the richness of
discussions and the formation of new cross-border partnerships. Dr. Al Zeyoudi also highlighted that the
congress’s success coincides with the UAE’s record-breaking achievements in foreign trade, a

testament to the country’s economic resilience and progressive trade policies. “AIM Congress is not only
a platform for communication, but an effective tool for steering the course of global economic
development toward a more sustainable and prosperous future.”, he stated.

Dawood Al Shezawi, President of AIM Global Foundation emphasized that achieving success in

organizing such a globally inclusive edition in Abu Dhabi reinforces the UAE’s reputation as a pivotal
meeting point for shaping the future of the global economy. Al Shezawi added that “AIM’s mission
extends beyond the event itself—it is about creating a sustainable system of global cooperation and
partnerships that support innovation and unlock new opportunities for development”.

The high-level Ministerial Session on International Trade brought together ministers and trade experts

from across continents to discuss the role of open trade policies and international trade agreements in
shaping the future of open markets, regional cooperation, and sustainable economic integration.

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