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intelligence. It also explored investment trends in emerging sectors within Europe and various global
approaches to developing adaptable and sustainable economic policies.

Strategic partnership between the UAE and Italy

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia, stated that the
UAE and Italy share a robust and deep strategic partnership that span various sectors. These relations

are reinforced by the continued exchange of high-level visits between the two countries, including the
most recent visit by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to
Rome in February. The visit saw the signing of several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and the

announcement of UAE investments worth USD 40 billion in Italy across various sectors, including
technology, AI, energy, and digital transformation -supporting both nations' aspirations to advance
sustainable economic development.

Investopia: An influential global platform

H.E. Bin Touq said: “Since its launch in 2021, Investopia has pursued an ambitious goal: connecting
capital with promising investment opportunities in emerging markets and encouraging business

communities to invest and expand in future economic sectors. To this end, it offers a globally influential
platform that has catalysed new economy ventures and brought together thousands of leaders, experts,
entrepreneurs, investors, and capital owners from around the world to explore investment trends, shape

policy, devise innovative solutions to challenges, and transform them into sustainable opportunities for
the future.”

Investment opportunities in the UAE

H.E. added: “Investopia Europe has successfully become a vital platform that solidifies economic
cooperation between the UAE and Italy and fosters dialogue between the UAE and European business
communities, enabling them to explore promising investment opportunities in emerging sectors in both

markets.” H.E. further noted that this edition plays a crucial role in strengthening sustainable
partnerships, accelerating digital transformation, and reviewing adaptable policies and strategies that
support comprehensive economic growth, particularly in light of today’s rapid global economic shifts.

Italy: A Key trade partner for the UAE in Europe

H.E. continued: “The UAE considers Italy a key economic partner in Europe. The selection of Milan -
Italy’s capital of commerce and fashion - to host Investopia Europe reaffirms the strength and depth of
the economic ties between the two countries. Milan also serves as a world-class hub for business and
creative industries.”

11,000 Italian brands in the UAE

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