Annual Investment Meeting Highlights Digital Transformation, Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Finance in the Arab World
Abu Dhabi, UAE, May 2023: The 12th edition of The Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) hosted interactive and insightful discussions on digital transformation, financial inclusion and sustainable finance in the Arab world at the “Future Finance Forum,” which took place at the Sustainability Room of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre. The opening ceremony featured welcome […]
Annual Investment Meeting witnesses the launch of UNCTAD World Investment Forum 2023
James Zhan, Executive Director, UNCTAD World Investment Forum, announced the launch of ‘UNCTAD World Investment Forum 2023’ at the 12th edition of the Annual Investment Meeting at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre. Taking place under the theme ‘Investing in sustainable development’, the forum, which will be held in October will bring together government leaders, global CEOs and other investment stakeholders.
Green Entrepreneurship: A Key Driver for Competitiveness and Sustainability Highlighted at the Annual Investment Meeting’s Entrepreneurs Investment Summit
The Entrepreneurs Investment Summit opened its doors to industry leaders and experts from around the world to discuss new strategies and opportunities for investment. Held at the 12th edition of the The Annual Investment Meeting (AIM), which took place at the Entrepreneurs Room located at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, The Summit witnessed a range of distinguished speakers who shared their thoughts and insights on the subject.
Emirates and Etihad Sign MoU to Expand Interline Agreement
The two UAE national carriers – Emirates Airline and Etihad Airways – on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand their interline agreement and provide travellers additional itinerary options when visiting the UAE.
ADB Announces New Programme to Fight Climate Change
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Tuesday announced the Innovative Finance Facility for Climate in Asia and the Pacific (IF-CAP), a landmark program which could significantly ramp up support for the region in the battle against climate change.
Exclusive: South Korea aims to join AI race as startup Rebellions launches new chip
South Korean startup Rebellions Inc launches an artificial intelligence (AI) chip on Monday, racing to win government contracts as Seoul seeks a place for local companies in the exploding AI industry.
Analysis: Brazil central bank autonomy becomes political punching bag for Lula
Brazil’s central bank newfound independence that was designed to shield it from politics has turned it into a convenient punching bag for the new government that can use it to fire up its leftist base and blame it for economic woes.
Exclusive: Peru mines on power despite protests, though halt risk looms
Peru’s biggest copper mines have been able to maintain production despite road blockades, attacks and protests that have roiled the Andean nation for over two months and led to warnings of production halts, an analysis showed on Wednesday.
ECB to slow rate hikes and lay out plans to drain cash
The European Central Bank is set to raise interest rates for the fourth time in a row on Thursday, although by less than at its last two meetings, and lay out plans to drain cash from the financial system as it fights runaway inflation.
Chinese carmakers target more European sales with five-star EVs
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers have set their sights on winning over European drivers and large corporate customers with more affordable cars that come with top safety ratings and lots of high-tech features.
