An UAE economic delegation led by Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia, is visiting India this week to discuss strengthening economic ties.
The delegation, which also includes Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, Alia bint Abdullah Al Mazrouei, will explore opportunities for new partnerships at government and private sector level in the areas of logistics, advanced industries, entrepreneurship, small and medium-sized enterprises, environment and investment.
The visit comes within the framework of expanding economic relations between the two countries, which over the past few years have seen significant developments in all aspects of cooperation with the boundless support of the leaders of both countries.
New edition of Investopia Global Talks in Chennai
During the UAE delegation’s visit, a new edition of Investopia Global Talks will be held in the southern Indian city of Chennai (Tamil Nadu) to generate diversified economic and investment opportunities in support of the two countries’ areas of mutual interest and expanding sectoral vision.
The latest event will feature three panel discussions to enhance the prospects for economic, investment and trade cooperation between the UAE and India in light of the developments in the global economy. These will support cooperation between the two countries in decarbonizing heavy industries, and explore recent global trends on investment and trade as well as promising opportunities for the growth of SMEs. The session titled “Make in the Emirates” will feature speakers Osama Amir Fadel, Undersecretary for Industrial Accelerators at the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology; Rolla Abu Mina, CEO of UAE Standard Chartered Bank; and Shakeel Zainel, Head of Banking at Emirates Development Bank. They will highlight the advantages and potential that the UAE offers to investors in the industrial sector, as well as the competitiveness of the sector at regional and global levels.
Additionally, the latest edition of Investopia India will feature a roundtable discussion involving government officials, businessmen and investors from both countries to explore economic, investment and trade opportunities in the private sector to benefit both Indian and UAE business communities. The session is expected to attract over 300 participants, including industry leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, economic experts and representatives from leading private companies from the UAE and India.
Meetings with Indian ministers and government officials
Al Marri is scheduled to hold several one-on-one meetings with Indian ministers and government officials, including Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Tamil Nadu Minister for Industry, Investment Promotion and Commerce Dr TRB Raja.
Additionally, the Minister will visit the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM), one of India’s leading engineering and technology universities known for its advanced research facilities and laboratories. IITM is actively engaged in various cutting-edge research projects.
The visit will facilitate exchange of knowledge and best practices in scientific research, entrepreneurship, startups, fintech and AI. They will also visit the Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation’s (TIDCO) headquarters and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities to gain insights into the latest advancements fuelling the growth of advanced industries, space exploration and electric vehicles.
The visiting UAE delegation includes over 27 representatives from government entities, state-owned enterprises and private companies, including the Ministry of Investment, Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Sharaf Group, Lulu Group International, Emirates Development Bank (EDB), Standard Chartered UAE, GFG Alliance, PGI Group, Wio Bank and Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. In addition, 14 UAE SMEs will be showcasing their innovative projects in front of participating investors at the latest Investopia Global Talks.
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