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7/26/24, 11:49 AM SuperBridge Summit 2024 to showcase the Middle East as top global hub for innovation and investment - Middle East News 247
1 Investors and industry leaders worldwide rank the Middle East among their top three destinations due to its
strategic location, investor-friendly policies, and strong infrastructure. The region’s expanding industrial sector
continues to attract global interest, fuelling Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) that promote economic
diversification. Aligning with the UAE’s aim to bolster its industrial GDP, it is crucial to forge meaningful public-
private partnerships that will further boost this goal, and effectively harness the natural and human resources
of the region to nurture an industrial economy. Considering this scenario, the SuperBridge Summit is poised
to serve as a major catalyst for collaboration and innovation.
Within the UAE, Dubai is emerging as a leading hub for diverse industries including technology, finance,
healthcare, and real estate, driven by ongoing efforts to innovate and attract multinational corporations.
Additionally, Dubai has gained prominence as a global hub for startups, owing to its state-of-the-art facilities
and other innovations.
Shane Tedjarati, Co-founder of SuperBridge Council, said: “The UAE has maintained it top position in
attracting Greenfield FDI projects for three consecutive years. These investments target prominent
companies with extensive geographic coverage and diversified operations, showcasing dynamic global
investment strategies. Cities such as Dubai are setting new benchmarks in innovation and investment
standards by capitalising on their strategic location, progressive policies, and technological advancements.”
“The SuperBridge Summit 2024 is poised to convene visionary leaders, harnessing human equity to facilitate
technological and industrial transformation in infrastructure. It will also act as a platform for pertinent
discussions on groundbreaking technologies, sustainable practices, global competitiveness, as well as
resilient economic and infrastructure solutions that can positively transform our cities and economies, while
also empowering young entrepreneurs,” he added.
The SuperBridge Summit 2024 will facilitate a lucrative avenue for industry leaders, policymakers, and young
entrepreneurs to explore innovative solutions and best practices in infrastructure development. It will
encompass keynote presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities aimed at fostering
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