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Next50 initiative. We are confident that this initiative will serve as a strong catalyst for these
companies and significantly contribute to enhancing the overall business environment in our
country, in line with our local objectives and global aspirations."

The Next50 will offer more significant opportunities for engagement and collaboration with
government entities and easier access to capital by interacting and aligning with crucial investment
funds, banks, and family companies to facilitate potential investment transactions. This initiative
opens up broader horizons for entry into new international markets, while enabling participation
in external economic committee meetings, and empowering these companies to kick start fresh
economic ventures within emerging sectors in the country.

“Through the Next50 initiative, EMIR will help accelerate the growth of the UAE economy by
supporting the Ministry and Investopia’s goals of identifying and championing the country’s
fastest-growing, most innovative companies.”

On this note, Dr. Noah Raford, Managing Partner for Advisory at EMIR, stated that, “The UAE
continues to be the destination of choice for the region’s most exciting and productive companies.
Increasingly it is also the birthplace of those companies. The Next50 highlights the incredible
innovation of this new generation of companies - companies born in the UAE, grown in the UAE,
and powered by the UAE, ready to take their next step onto the world stage.”

EMIR is a specialized centre in research in emerging markets. It offers consultancy and research
services backed by detailed analysis and strategic recommendations to help governments and
companies develop optimal economic and investment policies. It facilitates this through its
network of top executives and experienced government officials.

Investopia comprises three key pillars: 'Dialogues', 'Communities', and 'Marketplace'. These pillars
foster dialogue and communication within business communities in the UAE and worldwide. They
aim to promote the development of shared investment opportunities and guide investment efforts
towards sustainable economic sectors, thus boosting economic growth in various countries.

In its third edition, Investopia 2024 held in Abu Dhabi at the end of last February, brought together
a diverse group of investors, government officials, experts, and business leaders. The event was
an excellent platform for forging partnerships, exploring investment opportunities, and fostering
collaboration within emerging economic sectors. With over 1,800 attendees, the summit featured
more than 105 speakers who delved into various topics, including the latest trends in risk capital
management and discussions on the green economy, digital economy, tourism, creative industries,
sports, technology, AI, and the next generation of investments.

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