AIM 2016 to bolster global trade and add sustainable value to partners

The Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) has named DP World as Strategic Sponsor of its sixth edition that will be held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from April 11 to 13, 2016, under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai. 

AIM plays a pivotal role in promoting the role of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and its importance in ensuring sustainable economic growth in the region and the world. DP World is highlighting its international status at the event, with its network of more than 77 terminals supported by more than 50 related businesses in 40 countries spanning six continents. 

HE Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World, said: “We are delighted to sponsor a global investment event such as the Annual Investment Meeting. It serves as an ideal platform to review projects, access latest investment trends, and to meet with professionals from a wide variety of economic sectors from around the world. FDI is an instrumental factor in supporting the UAE government in its preparation for diversification of the economy beyond oil, and our participation in the event reinforces its vision and directives to establish trade and investment partnerships between public and private sectors, in addition to promoting investment and enhancing economic cooperation. We commend the efforts of the UAE Ministry of Economy in organising the AIM, and its success in promoting investment in emerging markets.”

AIM 2016 helps spotlight leading global practices and experiences in all investment sectors, through the participation of public and private organisations, and high-profile decision-makers from round the world.

“During our participation at AIM 2016, we will discuss marine and inland terminal and logistics developments in different parts of the world. As a leader of global trade we will also highlight best practice to help improve the trade network for the benefit of business, economies and society,” added Bin Sulayem.

Dawood Al Shezawi, CEO of the AIM Organising Committee, said: “The UAE Ministry of Economy organises the Annual Investment Meeting 2016 with support of many international organisations. This has contributed over the years to making AIM one of the most important investment venues globally. We applaud the sponsorship of DP World, and we are confident this move will contribute to attracting more visitors and international delegates over three days. DP World’s participation will add value to AIM 2016. Government officials, owners of private assets, as well as investment agencies from around the world will have access to a number of selected projects during the event,” concluded Al Shezawi.