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3/4/25, 3:23 PM Fourth edition of Investopia kicks off in Abu Dhabi defining global investment landscape – The Gulf Time Newspaper
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 exceeded international expectations. The country’s GDP recorded an average growth of 4.8%
between 2021 and 2024, while non-oil GDP growth averaged 6.2% during the same period.”
Bin Touq emphasised the UAE’s commitment to maintaining a competitive legislative framework for new economy sectors,
stating: “Over the past six years, the UAE has introduced more than nine key economic laws to support business expansion
and new economy projects. These include laws on e-commerce, copyright and related rights, trademarks, industrial property
rights protection, and digital transactions.”
Mohamed Hassan Al Suwaidi, Minister of Investment and Managing Director & CEO of ADQ, stated: “Investopia serves as a
key platform offering unique opportunities to highlight the UAE’s competitive and attractive investment landscape for both local
and international investors. Through its transformational national programs, the UAE has positioned itself as a dynamic hub

for future economy sectors, supported by world-class infrastructure, a strategic geographic location, access to top global
talent, and a business-friendly environment. In an era of rapidly evolving macroeconomic trends, the UAE is uniquely
positioned to enhance economic resilience and drive sustainable growth.”

Investopia: a catalyst for economic partnerships and future investments
Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, remarked: “Over its past three editions, Investopia has
played a pivotal role in boosting investment and trade flows, strengthening global economic cooperation, and fostering greater
integration and sustainable partnerships. This year’s edition comes at a time of rapid global economic transformations,
necessitating new and innovative solutions to reshape global trade and investment landscapes, ensuring shared and
sustainable growth for all stakeholders.”
He highlighted the UAE’s success in establishing itself as a leading platform for economic and investment partnerships,
thanks to its flexible trade policies and Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs), which have opened new
markets for UAE exports, enhanced trade flows of goods and services, and strengthened the UAE’s position as a prime
destination for strategic investments.
To date, the UAE has signed over 19 CEPAs with key strategic markets around the world.

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