ABU DHABI, 11th May, 2023 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has concluded three days of successful participation in the 12th Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) 2023, which was held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). Hosted under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, the event featured the theme “The Investment Paradigm Shift: Future Investment Opportunities to Foster Sustainable Economic Growth, Diversity, and Prosperity.” During the three-day event, SCCI representatives met with senior government officials, heads of economic bodies, investment offices, ambassadors, business owners, and investors from more than 170 countries. As part of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority “Shurooq” pavilion, the Chamber highlighted Sharjah’s economic fundamentals, showcasing investment opportunities across various industrial, commercial, and other sectors. The forum provided a platform for discussing the expansion of local products into new markets, exchanging experiences, and identifying the best global economic practices. Additionally, SCCI showcased its facilities and incentives tailored to enhance existing businesses’ competitiveness and sustainable development. Mohammad Ahmed Amin Al Awadi, Director-General of the Chambers, said, “The annual investment meeting in Abu Dhabi stands as one of the most prominent investment gatherings in the region. It presents a valuable opportunity for the Chamber to collaborate with other institutions representing Sharjah to promote investment in the emirate and showcase the advantages and incentives that entice investors and entrepreneurs.” He added that Sharjah offers numerous facilities, opportunities in diverse economic sectors, and modern infrastructure that bolsters growth. The dynamic legal regulations and legislation have transformed the emirate into an attractive and major destination for investors from the GCC countries, Arab nations, and beyond. For her part, Fatima Khalifa Al Mokarrab, Director of SCCI’s International Relations Department, highlighted the role of SCCI in fostering business growth through affiliated institutions, such as the Sharjah Export Development Center, Expo Centre Sharjah, and the Sharjah International Commercial Arbitration Centre (Tahkeem). These institutions are committed to offering diverse services to encourage enterprises to enhance their competitiveness in local and foreign markets while responding to regional and international marketing opportunities through supportive solutions that leverage integrated databases, Al Mokarrab noted, adding that the chamber is keen on participating in various economic events and forums taking place in the UAE, the region, and globally.
Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)