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Investopia 2025 was officially inaugurated by Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and
Chairman of Investopia, in the presence of several high-ranking officials, including Mohamed
Hassan Al Suwaidi, Minister of Investment; Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for
Foreign Trade; Alia bint Abdulla Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship; Ohood bint
Khalfan Al Roumi, Minister of State for Government Development and the Future; Dr. Anwar bin
Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to the UAE President; Mariam bint Mohammed Al Mheiri,
CEO of 2PointZero Group; Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Managing Director and Group CEO of
Mubadala Investment Company; and Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of
Municipalities and Transport in Abu Dhabi.
Bin Touq said: “Investopia 2025 has attracted significant global participation from government
leaders, ministers, investors, entrepreneurs, economists, and business pioneers from 20 countries
- all gathered under one roof in the UAE to shape a new vision for the future of investment in new
economy sectors. This event fosters collaboration, innovative thinking, and experience-sharing to
connect business communities with investment and financing opportunities in these vital sectors,
which are now key drivers in building sustainable and advanced economic models. It also aims to
develop effective solutions to geopolitical challenges impacting the global investment landscape
today.”

Bin Touq added: “Through discussion panels, roundtable meetings, and global business forums, we
are committed to accelerating investors' and entrepreneurs' access to promising economic and
investment opportunities in the world's fastest-growing and emerging markets, including the Middle
East, Africa, and Asia. We are also keen to leverage the UAE’s exceptional strategic location on the
global trade and investment map, serving as a vital economic hub for companies seeking regional
and international expansion. Furthermore, the UAE’s competitive business environment offers
unparalleled advantages to investors.”

He emphasised that the event aims to harness the power of investments to drive sustainable
economic growth, build resilient and adaptable economic models, and foster collaboration to
establish a strategic investment ecosystem to advance economic diversification and long-term
sustainability.

Three Pillars of Investopia
In his speech, Bin Touq outlined the three key pillars of Investopia. The first one is “Investopia
Global Dialogues”, a series of interactive sessions and events featuring business leaders, investors,
and innovators from around the world, addressing key issues shaping the global investment
landscape. Next is “Investopia Investment Communities,” a platform that enhances continuous
engagement between investors, policymakers, and the private sector across various economic
sectors worldwide. Finally, “Investopia Marketplace” is a dynamic hub connecting global capital
and investment funds, providing a comprehensive database of investment opportunities.

The Minister of Economy highlighted: “The world is witnessing continuous economic challenges
and transformations today. This motivates us to turn these challenges into real opportunities that
reshape the global economy and offer strategic advantages. The UAE has set an exemplary model
in managing economic crises and transitions, achieving outstanding economic growth that has

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