What is AIM Congress & Why You Should Attend?
Our world is getting more and more overpopulated, the climate is changing, the global natural resources are declining, and COVID-19 has been wreaking havoc for 2 years. Therefore, the only way out is to boost global economic growth
This, however, won’t happen unless the world invests intensively and everywhere! All types of investment, domestic and foreign, in all economic sectors and all regions, from the west to the east and the other way round
And here comes the vital role of the Annual Investment Meeting AIM.
What is AIM?
Initiated by the United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Economy , the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, Ruler of Dubai .
Since day one, AIM has constantly been viewed by all as the Middle East’s top investment platform, which aims to create a regional and global economic transformation by providing investment opportunities, upholding solidarity, and developing strong economic relations among countries, investors, startups, small & medium enterprises SMEs, and all other stakeholders in the global investment arena.
With all this in mind, and since AIM aspires to continue the journey of creating “Investments in Sustainable Innovation for a Thriving Future”, there’re a series of questions popping up, which are awaiting answers, one by one.
First - Who Are AIM Congress’s Participants?
As the world’s leading investment forum, AIM Congress brings together visitors from both the public and private sectors, with participation from all continents across the world.[TS1] The major participants are:
- Ministries and Government Departments
- Investment Promotion Agencies
- Chambers of Commerce & Industry, Business Councils
- Economic Institutions & Associations
- Industrial Economic Zones
- Banking & Financial Institutions
- Private Equities, Angel Investors, Venture Capitalists
- Insurance, Risk and Credit Rating Companies
- Startups, Incubators and Special Programs
- International Investment Institutions
- International and Regional SME Organizations
- National SME Councils and Programs
- SME Financing Institutions
- SWF, Pension & Investment Funds, Family Offices
- Portfolio Investors
- Smart City Solution Providers
- Urban Developers
- Innovation Parks
- Innovation Agencies
Have a look at AIM's Agenda
Second – What Are AIM Congress Features that Provide Value to Participants?
The numerous features that AIM offers are golden opportunities for each of the categories of the forum’s participants to network, share experiences, present, or watch other parties’ presentations, network, network, and network! Even before the event starts and until it ends, the features are there every day to give value.
- AIM Pre-conference Workshops
- AIM Conference
- AIM Exhibition
- Investment Destinations
- Workshops
- Foreign Direct Investment Workshops
- Foreign Portfolio Investment Workshops
- Future Cities Workshops
- Startup Workshops
- Small & Medium Enterprises Workshops
- 50 Projects Initiative
- Regional Focus Sessions
- Investment Roundtables
- Investor’s Hub
- Investment Awards
- Startup Pitch Competition
- Startup Awards
- G2G, G2B & B2B Meeting
- Networking: Networking Gala Dinner, Executive Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, High-Level Networking Lunch
Having glanced at the features and activities, it’s important to conclude by asking: Why should you participate in AIM?
Third - Why You Should Attend AIM Congress?
The answers to this question, however, are different based upon who you are, i.e., which pillar?! The 6 pillars of AIM strive to support all economic sectors by opening numerous doors of opportunities to the world as a dynamic roadmap to recovery as it puts a spotlight on 6 pillars: Foreign Direct Investment, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises, Startups, Future Cities, Foreign Portfolio Investment and 50 Projects Initiative.
1-Foreign Direct Investment
The AIM FDI Pillar will aid investors to learn and discover more about the promising investment opportunities in various countries and regions of the world. On the other hand, if you’re the representative of a country, city, or municipality, AIM is the right platform to attract a higher inflow of Foreign Direct Investments FDIs . You just need to highlight the investment destinations at your location.
2-Small & Medium Enterprise (SME)
If you’re a Small & Medium Enterprise (SME), SME Financing Institutions, at AIM, you’ll find numerous sources of financing solutions that help you develop and expand your project. It’s, therefore, up to you to show the investors how your enterprise is valuable and competitive.
3-Startups
Further, if you’re a Startup, you will definitely take advantage of AIM to start your business or scale up your business operations through gaining early-stage venture capital or seed funding. All you need to do is attend AIM to present the top-end revenue and growth potential of your startup business.
4-Future Cities
If you’re an Urban or Future Cities Developer, AIM is the right location for you to find new sources of financing solutions for your project’s development or expansion. You’ll just need to smartly present your future city value and competitiveness to a broad spectrum of investors.
5-Foreign Portfolio Investments FPI
This pillar provides investors with a platform to diversify their portfolios. It also helps government officials to improve their country's capital account position and links investors with local business organizations by attracting investments in terms of stocks and bonds.
6-The 50 Projects Initiative
The Fifty Projects Initiative Pillar focuses on supporting the UAE’s ‘Projects of the 50’ initiative that covers several key sectors, including economy, entrepreneurship, advanced skills, digital economy, space, and advanced technologies. The 50 projects represent a series of long-term development and economic initiatives designed to accelerate the UAE’s development and establish it as a hub for talent and investment.
