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WEF24: Innovation and diversification drive UAE growth

UAE Economy Minister Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri highlights the UAE's approach to leveraging challenges for growth and innovation.
  • The UAE's proactive approach is helping it in shaping a dynamic and prosperous future, says UAE's Economy Minister Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri.
  • Al Marri emphasizes the critical role of collaboration and visionary leadership in steering through the complexities of today's fast-paced world.

DAVOS — Among the myriad of discussions and debates held in Davos last month, a particular event hosted by the Dubai-based media house TRENDS has captured the attention of attendees.

Under the theme ‘The Arab Future,’ this gathering discussed the dynamic shifts within the Arab region, especially in the Arabian Gulf, and their extensive implications on the global economic landscape.

UAE’s Economy Minister Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, one of the participants, articulated a strategic vision that pivots around innovation and diversification.

He painted a picture of a UAE striding confidently toward new horizons of growth and prosperity. Al Marri’s narrative was not just about economic figures and forecasts, it also highlighted the UAE’s dedication to a bold, forward-thinking approach that aims to transcend the challenges of the past decade.

UAE Economy Minister Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri highlights the UAE’s approach to leveraging challenges for growth and innovation.

He emphasized the critical role of collaboration and visionary leadership in steering through the complexities of today’s fast-paced world. His perspective highlighted the importance of not just navigating these challenges but leveraging them as catalysts for innovation and growth.