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3/4/25, 4:01 PM First day of Investopia 2025 outlines features of global investment in new economy
according to the best standards, especially in the transportation sector, and enhancing efforts to
increase the shift to smart transportation. Al Shorafa called on companies to contribute effectively to this
development trend and benefit from its economic and investment opportunities.

He added: “In the past seven years, the UAE has focused on advanced and digital economic sectors,

such as vertical farming, robotics and artificial intelligence, and Abu Dhabi can represent a strong
launching pad for companies to expand regionally and globally in these vital fields.”

In a session titled “The Middle East: The New Chapter,” Dr. Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic
Advisor to His Highness the President of the State, and Eng. Hassan Al Khatib, Minister of Investment

and Foreign Trade of the Arab Republic of Egypt, discussed regional economic transformations and the
role of technology and innovation in supporting emerging market growth The speakers addressed the
importance of strategic partnerships between governments and the private sector to enhance economic
integration and attract long-term investments.

Hassan Al Khatib said: “The Egyptian economy has undergone major transformations over the past

decade, witnessing fluctuations before stabilizing in 2014,” noting that the Egyptian government has
invested $350 billion in infrastructure projects to enhance development, in addition to supporting the
private sector by reducing taxes and issuing flexible legislation to stimulate investment. Inflation rates
are declining and expected to return to normal levels by 2026, while efforts continue to improve the

investment environment, mainly through digital transformation and benefiting from the UAE’s
experience in this field.

Given the importance of artificial intelligence in business sustainability, the ninth session was titled
"2Point Zero... as an enabler of artificial intelligence" hosted by Mariam bint Mohammed Al Muhairi, CEO
of the "2Point Zero" Group. The session highlighted the role of artificial intelligence in developing

sustainable energy solutions, digital transformation strategies in vital sectors, and the importance of
global partnerships in enhancing innovation.

Mariam Al Muhairi said: “2Point Zero represents a pioneering model in supporting the new economy of
the UAE by adopting sustainable solutions that reduce carbon emissions and enhance the transition

towards a green economy. The company seeks to be listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange by
the end of the year, reflecting its ambition for growth and expansion. In this context, she stressed that the
successes achieved by the company and the future ambitions it seeks are due to the supportive
environment provided by the UAE, whether at the level of ambitious leadership or strong policies that

stimulate investment.”

She also stressed the importance of building partnerships to achieve the 2Point Zero vision, and stated:
“No one can walk alone.” The company’s investments include six main sectors, including finance and
digital technology, and its ambitious plans to develop huge data centers that require operational

capacities of up to 100 megawatts. She pointed out that Abu Dhabi is strengthening its position as a

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