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Next50 Explores UAE Firms’ New

Economy Investments

MARCH 27, 2025

The Next50 initiative, launched by Investopia and EMIR, recently held its second meeting in Abu Dhabi. The
event, part of the ‘Investopia Communities’ roundtable series at Investopia 2025, was attended by Abdullah bin
Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia, alongside Hassan El Khatib, Egypt’s Minister of
Investment and Foreign Trade. More than 19 UAE companies involved in the initiative participated in discussions
on investment opportunities in key economic sectors.

The meeting focused on enhancing the UAE’s appeal to foreign direct investment (FDI), particularly in emerging
industries. Participants explored strategies to encourage UAE companies to expand their investments and

business operations in regional and international markets.

Next50: Private Sector’s Role in Economic Growth

Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri emphasized the private sector’s vital role in the UAE’s economic and social
development. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting investment growth and business
expansion within and beyond the UAE. These efforts align with the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision, which aims to
increase the country’s GDP to AED 3 trillion within the next decade.

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