Nahyan bin Mubarak opens Economy Middle East Summit 2025

Sharjah 24 – WAM: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, opened the Economy Middle East Summit 2025 at Abu Dhabi Global Market, held under the theme “Bridging Sectors, Building Economic Growth.”

High-level participation

Over 1,500 delegates, including policymakers, investors, and business leaders, attended the summit to explore regional collaboration, innovation, and sustainable economic transformation.

UAE's economic vision

In his speech, Sheikh Nahyan emphasized the UAE’s commitment to economic diversification, innovation, and global competitiveness, calling for stronger regional partnerships and cross-sector cooperation.

Global economic outlook

Minister of Economy Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri highlighted global trade challenges and the UAE’s strategy to counter them through Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs).

Role of ADGM

Salem Al Darei, CEO of ADGM, reaffirmed the organisation’s role in fostering innovation and business growth through strategic public-private collaboration.

Panel highlights

Panels featured global leaders discussing investment trends, digital finance, e-commerce growth, and sustainability, with input from ADIO, Visa, Wio Bank, Mubadala, and more.

Closing message

Summit organiser Joe Chidiac called on attendees to embrace innovation and build a legacy of sustainable economic excellence for the region.