On Nov.11 and 12, over 1,000 regional and global leaders in business and economic sectors are expected to gather at the fifth edition of the Sharjah FDI Forum to discuss trends that will drive the future of foreign investments in the UAE and the region, training light on how development and strategies can continue to maximize benefits at a time the global economy undergoes radical transformations.
The event has chosen the theme “Future Trends in Foreign Direct Investment” and seeks to promote policy and investment discussions, which will offer a strong push to sustainable development, responsible investments and inclusive global growth.
Despite trade barriers and geopolitical tensions, FDI flows to the UAE remained largely unchanged in 2018, at $10 billion (World Investment Report 2019, UNCTAD). The economy is projected to grow 3.3 percent in 2020 supported by a strong 4 percent non-oil growth projected for that year, according to IMF.
The fifth edition will be held at the Al-Jawaher Reception and Convention Center (JRCC) in Sharjah, and will also highlight the need to create a global innovation mindset that is driven by an open exchange of ideas and enhancing user experiences.
