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The organising committee of AIM Congress has announced that the 14th edition of AIM Congress will take place from April 7 to 9 2025, under the theme “Mapping the Future of Global Investment: The New Wave of a Globalised Investment Landscape Towards a New Balanced World Structure”.
Taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, the event will offer unparalleled opportunities for dialogue and collaboration on shaping the future of global investment.
AIM Congress 2025 will explore the latest trends and developments shaping the global investment landscape, focusing on addressing current and future challenges while driving collaborative efforts to forge innovative solutions to foster a balanced, prosperous and sustainable global economy.
The event will see the participation of an elite group of leaders, government officials, policymakers, industry leaders, senior regional and international investors, as well as prominent international companies and organisations from various sectors.
Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade and President of AIM Congress, said, “AIM Congress 2025 is an opportunity to reaffirm the UAE’s unwavering commitment to leading global efforts in addressing the pressing economic challenges of our time.
“As the world navigates profound economic shifts, AIM will provide a crucial platform for the international community to come together, devise innovative investment strategies, and build a framework that ensures sustainable and inclusive growth for all.”
He added that as the hosts of this global investment congress, the UAE is leveraging its forward-looking vision and the guidance of the wise leadership to deepen engagement with the world in trade and investment, expanding economic partnerships with key global economies that will drive progress towards a more interconnected and resilient world economy.
AIM Congress 2025 will identify exceptional investment opportunities in the UAE, reinforcing its status as a premier global destination for promising investments and delving into global investment trends.
It also aims to promote international cooperation to facilitate investment and contribute to achieving sustainable economic growth through diversified investments. Additionally, outstanding innovative startups will be honoured at the event.
AIM Congress 2025 will be expanded significantly, with an increased number of events, activities and exhibitors. The exhibition area will be doubled to over 30,000 square metres, and the event will host more than 25,000 distinguished participants from 180 countries, with over 1,000 speakers are expected to engage in more than 350 panel discussions.
AIM Congress 2025 will highlight the collaborative efforts that have driven the success of its previous editions for over a decade, thanks to its long-term strategic partnerships with more than 330 esteemed partners from all over the globe.
The eight portfolios of the congress include Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Global Trade, Startups & Unicorns, Future Cities, Future Finance, Global Manufacturing, Digital Economy, and Entrepreneurs.
These portfolios will encompass a broad range of sectors such as smart agriculture, energy, infrastructure, finance and stock exchange markets, and information and communication technology. Additionally, they will address industry, medical tourism, biotechnology, medical technology, the pharmaceutical industry, international trade, logistics and transportation, water technology, tourism, and education.
The UAE has solidified its position as a leading global destination for promising investment opportunities and a key player in the global economy. It continues to be among the most attractive investment destinations in the Arab world and the broader region, achieving remarkable global development.
This is evident in the record growth of foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to the UAE, which surged by 35% to reach AED112.6 billion in 2023, according to the World Investment Report 2024 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).