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5/27/25, 4:49 PM Third edition of Investopia Europe kicks off in Milan
The latest edition of Investopia Europe dialogues, organized in partnership with strategic partner EFG
Consulting, featured 14 sessions on the UAE's vision for building an economic model that combines
innovation and competitiveness. The sessions highlighted the UAE's efforts to diversify its economy, its
geographic advantages, and its role as an economic hub that attracts foreign direct investment while

supporting sustainable economic development at regional and global levels. The discussions
addressed challenges facing the global economy and potential economic scenarios amid geopolitical
shifts, exploring how these challenges could be transformed into opportunities to support SME growth.

Business environment enablers in the UAE and Italy

The sessions explored the shared vision of the UAE and Italy to foster a more dynamic investment
environment and outlined strategies to boost bilateral investment flows in line with the goals of both
countries' business communities. Discussions highlighted the economic strength of Italian tourism and
its key role in Italy's development, as well as the global impact of scientific research. The advantages
offered by the UAE and Italian business ecosystems for entrepreneurs and startups were also

emphasized, particularly in fostering innovation and creativity across vital economic sectors.

Localization of technology in creative industries

The sessions also explored the importance of localizing technology and advanced techniques within
creative industries such as fashion and discussed strategies to develop cluster economies and

economic blocs. Emphasis was placed on their potential to enhance foreign direct investment (FDI) and
facilitate the exchange of goods, technology, and knowledge. Participants examined the competitive
advantages and commercial incentives offered by free and special economic zones in both the UAE and
Italian markets. Additionally, the sessions addressed global trends in energy sector investment,
highlighting the need for diversified energy sources to meet rising global demand while supporting the

transition to a greener future.

Roundtable meetings

Additionally, the third edition of Investopia Europe hosted four high-level roundtable meetings, bringing
together key UAE entities such as the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), the Dubai Department of

Economy and Tourism, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), and the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in
Sharjah). These meetings highlighted the UAE’s commercial and logistics capabilities, investment
enablers, and advanced technological infrastructure, while also fostering economic partnerships with
the Italian private sector.

Strategic partnership between G42 and iGenius

The event witnessed the announcement of a strategic partnership between G42, the leading UAE-based

artificial intelligence (AI) technology holding company, and iGenius, the Italian AI company. The MoU
was signed in the presence of H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, and H.E. Alia Abdulla

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