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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 Al

Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship. Valued at USD 600 million, the partnership aims to
strengthen cooperation in artificial intelligence, innovation, and digital transformation. It will engage key
strategic partners - including Nvidia, Leonardo S.p.A., and Santander - who will contribute both expertise and

capital to support this impactful collaboration
Strong participation of government officials from both countries

In addition to H.E. Bin Touq and H.E. Alia Al Mazrouei, the third edition of Investopia Europe was attended by
H.E. Adolfo Urso, Italy’s Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy; H.E. Daniela Santanchè, Minister of

Tourism of the Italian Republic; Claudia Parzani, Chairwoman of Borsa Italiana; Ignazio La Russa, President
of the Italian Senate; H.E. Attilio Fontana, President of the Lombardy Region; H.E. Valentino Valentini,

Deputy Minister of Made in Italy; Alessandro Morelli, Undersecretary of State to the Presidency of the Council
of Ministers; H.E. Maria Gnjatovi?, State Secretary at the Ministry of Science, Technological Development,
and Innovation of the Republic of Serbia; H.E. Mohamed Abdulrahman Al Hawi, Undersecretary of UAE

Ministry of Investment; H.E. Mohamed Juma Al Musharrakh, CEO of Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah);
H.E. Khaled Al Huraimel, Group CEO and Vice Chairman of BEEAH Group; Giulio Tremonti, Chairman of the

Foreign Affairs Commission at the Italian Parliament; Dr. Jean Fares, CEO of Investopia; Professor Giovanni

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