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and achieving prosperity, primarily since Abu Dhabi was recently classified as the best city to
live in.

His Excellency Al Shorafa stressed that advanced technology and smart data are major
drivers of development in the emirate, Abu Dhabi is focused to double the emirate's
population by 2040, developing infrastructure according to the best standards, especially in
the transportation sector, and enhancing efforts to increase the shift to smart transportation.
His Excellency called on companies to contribute effectively to this development trend and
benefit from its economic and investment opportunities.

His Excellency 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."

A New Chapter of Investment and Innovation

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

His Excellency 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.

Empowering Artificial Intelligence and Promoting Sustainability

Given the importance of artificial intelligence in business sustainability, the ninth session was
titled "2Point Zero... as an enabler of artificial intelligence" hosted by Her Excellency
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.

Her Excellency 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, Her Excellency stressed that the successes
achieved by the company and the future ambitions it seeks are due to the supportive