DUBAI: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Business Forum is set to be a transformational event that will redefine the rules of success in various sectors, including technology, retail, finance, travel and hospitality, real estate, and healthcare.
According to data from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, the Southern Africa region recorded the highest regional growth in the value of chamber members’ exports and re-exports during H1 2023. This key economic indicator witnessed year-on-year growth of 81% to reach a total value of AED 477.2 million, up from AED 264 million in the corresponding period in 2022.
His Excellency Abdul Aziz Abdulla Al Ghurair, Chairman of Dubai Chambers, commented: “This prestigious event will serve as a catalyst for change by creating an unrivalled platform for networking and deal-making that will empower business leaders from across the globe and reinforce Dubai’s position at the heart of the global economy. We look forward to hosting insightful sessions that will unlock new opportunities for growth in trade and investment and transform the future of business.”
The Dubai Business Forum will play an important role in determining the future direction of trade and investment between the Middle East and Africa. With Dubai leading the world across a wide range of industries, the forum will gather visionary Heads of State, government officials, global business leaders, and major international investors to empower business leaders from across the globe and reinforce Dubai’s position at the heart of the global economy.
As part of the Dubai Business Forum, Dubai Chambers is also unveiling ‘The Deals Hub’ to unlock global trade and investment opportunities. The dedicated deal-making space will host a full spectrum of agreements, including major partnerships, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, large investments and fundraising rounds, government contracts, cross-border trade agreements, and memorandums of understanding.
Dubai’s strategic location as a global gateway for business and international trade positions it as the ideal venue to host an event of this significance. Recognized as one of the world’s leading centers for innovation and partnerships, the emirate serves as a commercial bridge connecting continents that drive economic growth and global collaboration.
The Dubai Business Forum is set to be a catalyst for change by creating an unrivaled platform for networking and deal-making that will empower business leaders from across the globe and reinforce Dubai’s position at the heart of the global economy.
