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5/29/25, 5:05 PM GITEX Europe: UAE tech economy draws global spotlight at Berlin summit
Held over three days at Messe Berlin, the event hosted 1,400+ exhibitors, 600 investors, and 500 speakers from more than 100 countries. Leading the
UAE delegation was Minister of State for Entrepreneurship Alia Al Mazrouei, who noted that Germany is now the UAE’s second-largest EU trading
partner, describing Berlin as a “global capital of innovation.”

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Dubai shows off smart city evolution
The Dubai Pavilion, organised by Digital Dubai, highlighted some of the city’s most advanced public service applications, from the Dubai Dashboard
for real-time city data to AI-powered visa processing via the “Salama” platform. Entities including Dubai Police, DIFC Courts, Dubai Customs, and
Dubai Future Foundation participated, alongside private sector names like e& and Emaratech.

Younus Al Nasser, CEO, Dubai Data & Statistics Establishment, Digital Dubai, said the city’s AI strategy is not just about adopting new tools but
integrating them ethically and sustainably. “The key lies in speed, agility, and our ability to remain globally connected,” he said.

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UAE ventures target global needs

The Ministry of Economy pavilion showcased a range of UAE-born solutions tackling climate, healthcare, and smart city challenges—such as Zeroe
for carbon tracking, IngenioData for indoor navigation, and Responsive Drip Irrigation, which uses sensors to let plants self-regulate watering.

Other participating UAE-based organisations included TECOM Investments, CAFU, and 6Bees, each sharing strategies that combine local innovation
with global application.

Space also featured on the agenda, with UAE astronauts Hazza Al Mansoori and Nora Al Matrooshi joining the delegation. Al Mansoori discussed the
role of AI in space, citing examples like autonomous systems being tested for lunar missions.

Bilateral meetings, future plans

The event also saw high-level closed-door meetings between UAE officials and European government and industry leaders. Alia Al Mazrouei met with
Kai Wegner, Governing Mayor of Berlin; Jan Kavalírek, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Industry and Trade, Czech Republic; and Zhaslan Madiyev,
Minister of Digital Development, Innovation, and Aerospace Industry, among other official government engagements, stand visits, and on-stage
participations.

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