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Held in partnership with ADGM under the theme: “The Economy of Tomorrow: The UAE Emerges Stronger”

• Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahyan: The UAE continues to demonstrate resilience, stability, unity, and confidence in the future
  
  
• Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri: The UAE remains committed to its open economic approach while maintaining operational stability and a clear economic environment

The third edition of the Economy Middle East Summit was held today in Abu Dhabi under the theme “The Economy of Tomorrow: The UAE Emerges Stronger”, in the presence of H.E. Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence; H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy & Tourism; H.E. Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the UAE National Media Authority; and H.E. Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport in Abu Dhabi, alongside ministers, policymakers, leading investors, and private sector thought leaders.

Held in partnership with ADGM at Rosewood Abu Dhabi, the event brought together more than 1,500 decision makers from both the public and private sectors. The summit featured a wide range of specialized sessions and discussions covering the economy, investment, trade, banking, finance, digital assets, artificial intelligence, technology, energy, real estate, and mobility, while also exploring future economic trends and sustainable growth opportunities across the region and globally.

Opening the summit, H.E. Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahyan stated that the event is taking place at a time filled with challenges. H.E said: “Despite these difficult circumstances, the United Arab Emirates continues to demonstrate resilience, stability, unity, and confidence in the future. This steadfastness reflects the nature of our nation, shaped by the vision and leadership of H.H Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. Under his leadership and guidance, our country has demonstrated calmness, discipline, solidarity, and determination, while showcasing the strength of its institutions, the resilience of its economy, and the enduring value of openness and constructive engagement with the world.”

H.E. added: The continued prosperity of our region requires regulatory cooperation in areas such as artificial intelligence, financial technology, cybersecurity, digital assets, and cross border trade. We must also continue our commitment to the green transition through clean energy, sustainable finance, and resilient infrastructure.” H.E. highlighted that we must invest in people through education, training, scientific research, and technology, while fostering work environments that enable individuals to confidently adapt to rapid change.”

Concluding his remarks, H.E. Sheikh Nahayan said: “I hope today’s discussions will contribute to building practical partnerships, generating impactful ideas, and driving meaningful regional progress. Let us work together toward building a peaceful Middle East that believes in the capabilities of its people, remains connected to the world, and is committed to prosperity”.

For his part, H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri said during his keynote address: "We are meeting at an unusual moment. The region has gone through one of its most serious conflicts in decades. From an economic perspective, the key message is clear: the UAE remains open, operational, and predictable. The encouraging news is that our economy entered this period from a position of strength. Between 2021 and 2025, real GDP growth averaged around 5%, while non-oil growth remained above 6.2%".

H.E. Bin Touq added: “Beyond the immediate phase, and over the medium term, our focus remains on structural growth and pressing harder on the right levers. One of those levers is growth capital. Another lever is talent. A third lever is supply chains."

H.E. Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed emphasized in his speech that the core pillars of trusted media are transparency, credibility, truth, and sustainability. He noted that media represents a form of soft power, adding that the UAE is committed to ensuring its media reflects an accurate image of the country and its achievements. “When people see positive and truthful stories about your country, it strengthens the resilience and reputation that every nation aspires to build,” he said.

He further stressed that dignity remains one of the UAE’s most important values, stating: “In the UAE, we believe that dignity is among the most important principles we uphold, and we will never say anything that compromises our dignity.”

Al Hamed added: “The UAE and its leadership deserve our unwavering support and protection. We must stand firm against anything that could harm the people of the UAE.”

On the sidelines of the summit, several sessions focused on strengthening economic resilience amid global shifts, in addition to discussions on the future economy, the UAE’s financial landscape, the digital assets economy, artificial intelligence and technology, energy, mobility transformation, growth opportunities in Abu Dhabi, and the power of trusted media in a changing world.

The summit was held in partnership with ADGM and supported by strategic partners including the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism, UAE Cybersecurity Council, Abu Dhabi Investment Office, 2PointZero Group, Modon, Etihad Credit Insurance, Binance, and 7X.