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1/29/24, 5:18 PM H.E. Bin Touq Heads UAE Economic Delegation To Britain To Promote Cooperation And Build Partnerships In Fintech, New Econo…
circular economy, with an aim to support the competitiveness and sustainability of the two
countries' economies.

The visit comes within the framework of the growing economic ties between the UAE and the

UK, which have witnessed significant growth in all areas of cooperation over the past years,
thanks to the guidance and vision of both leaderships. Against this backdrop, Investopia

London will create new investment opportunities that support the two countries' vision of
expanding the fintech sector to be one of the key pillars of the future economy.

Investopia London to explore promising investment opportunities in fintech sector

The visit will witness the launch of the second edition of Investopia Global Talks in Europe –

Investopia London, under the theme“UAE-British Financial Services: Partnership for the
Future,” to be held on January 31, 2024. The event will feature four sessions exploring

promising investment opportunities and sharing the latest experiences and practices in the
fintech sector. It will encourage the international business community to explore and expand

to this vital sector, in addition to facilitating dialogue on global trends for investment in fast-
growing sectors and activities, particularly clean energy and the green economy. The event is

expected to draw the participation of more than 300 attendees including leaders,
entrepreneurs, investors, entrepreneurs and economists from around the world.

Bilateral meetings

During the visit, H.E. Bin Touq will hold several bilateral meetings with British government

officials and ministers, including those with H.E. Greg Hands, Secretary of State for Trade
Policy at the UK Department of Business and Trade; and H.E. Bim Afolami, Economic

Secretary to the Treasury. The meetings will explore promising investment opportunities and
maximize benefits available for the UAE and British private sectors in order to serve the
development of both economies. The visit is also expected to witness the signing of a series

of memorandums of cooperation between the two countries in the technology and financial

services sectors.

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