Invest Africa, a leading business network promoting trade and investment in Africa, has announced a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Economy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to host The Africa Debate-UAE. Scheduled for October 31 in Dubai, this event will provide a crucial platform to explore and capitalize on the growing opportunities within the UAE and the broader Gulf-Africa trade and investment corridor.
Building on ten successful editions of The Africa Debate in London, Invest Africa is thrilled to bring the conference to the UAE, the largest investor in Africa among GCC states. This year's agenda will highlight investment prospects across the UAE and Gulf-Africa trade corridor, with sessions focusing on financial services, logistics and supply chain optimization, energy and infrastructure, and ICT and digital transformation. The event will convene global businesses, private and public investment bodies, thought leaders, and policymakers to engage in insightful discussions on UAE-Africa relations in 2024 and beyond.
Chantelé Carrington, Chief Executive Officer, Invest Africa said: “Our partnership with The Ministry of Economy - UAE is a testament to our commitment to facilitating meaningful business connections and fostering two-way trade and investment between the UAE and Africa. The Africa Debate - UAE will not only spotlight investment opportunities but also provide a robust platform for dialogue and collaboration among key stakeholders. The UAE is already the fourth-largest investor in Africa, and we are excited to work with the government to bolster commercial ties across the continent at this critical time in Africa’s growth story.”
H.E. Juma Alkait, Assistant Undersecretary for International Trade Affairs, Ministry of Economy - UAE said: “The UAE has long recognised the strategic importance of Africa as a key trade and investment partner. By collaborating with Invest Africa, we aim to deepen our engagement with African markets and explore new avenues for economic cooperation. The Africa Debate has already established itself as a premier platform for promoting Africa-forward initiatives and investment, and we are excited to bring this prestigious event to Dubai. We look forward to welcoming 300+ vetted industry leaders to advance UAE-Africa partnerships and drive mutual growth.”
The conference will feature a series of breakout sessions focusing on: Financial Services, Logistics and Supply Chain Optimisation, Energy and Infrastructure, ICT and Digital Transformation.
As global businesses, investors, and policymakers converge in Dubai, The Africa Debate - UAE will serve as a crucial nexus for those seeking to engage in trade and investment along the UAE- and broader Gulf-Africa corridor.
No comments:
Post a Comment