Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court, has inaugurated the first edition of Abu Dhabi Business Week (ADBW), held from 4-6 December 2024 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi and hosted by the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) and Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO).
His Excellency explored ADBW’s featured events, including the Abu Dhabi Business Ecosystem Exhibition, which showcases investment opportunities in Abu Dhabi’s business-friendly ecosystem in line with the emirate’s forward-looking economic vision.
His Excellency met business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, and representatives from local and international institutions and companies to discuss the latest developments in the economic landscape, as well as incentives to encourage investment and the establishment of companies and businesses that contribute to driving economic growth and diversification.
His Excellency emphasised the role of ADBW as a platform for collaboration between the public and private sectors, global industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. His Excellency also highlighted the event’s role in driving sustainable economic development through fostering strategic partnerships and by positioning Abu Dhabi as a hub for expanding business into regional markets.
His Excellency Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said: “The patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, and the presence of His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court, at the opening of the inaugural Abu Dhabi Business Week reflects our leadership’s ambitious vision and steadfast commitment to strengthening Abu Dhabi’s economic ecosystem, cementing its position as a global business hub and magnet for talents and investments”.
“The emirate’s economy is going from strength to strength, reaffirming its resilience and proactive approach to addressing developments which are influencing and reshaping the global economy. By bringing together business leaders from around the world, Abu Dhabi Business Week is providing a powerful platform for collaboration, networking, and innovation and demonstrates the emirate’s determination to foster a business-friendly environment that provides ample opportunities and enables ambitious businesses to grow and expand.”
ADBW reflects Abu Dhabi’s commitment to fostering economic development by enhancing investment in research and innovation across various sectors. The event is set to accelerate the transition to a diversified economy that leverages advanced technologies and innovative practices by reinforcing cooperation and strategic partnerships between the public and private sectors.
ADBW attracts over 10,000 policymakers, senior business executives, international investors and entrepreneurs, as well as more than 150 business and opinion leaders to explore new opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and drive sustainable economic development.
ADBW comprises 10 specialised events highlighting Abu Dhabi’s efforts to further enhance its economic ecosystem. It showcases Abu Dhabi’s role as a leading economic powerhouse and reflects the leadership’s vision to accelerate growth and provide the most advanced services to businesses. ADBW features a variety of sessions, talks, and panel discussions held by leading business and international figures, including Abu Dhabi Business Summit, Innovation Xchange, Marketing Lab, Global Manufacturing & Industrialisation Summit (GMIS), and Family Business Forum.
