The Dubai Chamber hosted a roundtable discussion in New York, bringing together 17 officials from American chambers of commerce and trade promotion agencies. The primary aim was to foster growth in trade and investment between Dubai and the United States.
The roundtable featured notable figures such as His Excellency Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of the Dubai Chamber, and Mohammed Ali Rashid Lootah, Director General of the Dubai Chamber. This event took place alongside the Dubai Business Forum – USA, and focused on enhancing collaborative efforts between Dubai’s chambers and their American counterparts while highlighting key opportunities for businesses and investors from both regions.
Discussions at the event centered on strengthening competitiveness across borders and advancing economic cooperation amid a rapidly changing global landscape. Participants emphasized the importance of bilateral collaboration under Dubai’s D33 Economic Agenda, exploring ways to support innovation, expand trade links, and create new growth avenues in critical sectors such as artificial intelligence, advanced industries, clean energy, and digital trade.
Attendees gained insights into Dubai’s integrated model for fostering a conducive business environment that promotes innovation and investment. The discussions highlighted the emirate’s position as a global hub for trade, logistics, and future technologies, showcasing its advanced infrastructure and flexible regulations designed to attract companies, talent, and investments from around the world. Furthermore, they addressed Dubai’s proactive vision in anticipating global economic shifts, embracing policies that support digital transformation and sustainability, making it a pivotal partner for the U.S. in establishing a new model of knowledge-driven economic cooperation based on advanced technology.
Participants reviewed the rapid growth of trade and investment flows between Dubai and the U.S., discussing ways to leverage capital flows and major partnerships in sectors like artificial intelligence, energy, and infrastructure to accelerate the development of vital industries. The dialogue also touched on creating joint mechanisms to enhance supply chain resilience and support industrial partnerships, alongside initiatives aimed at workforce development and talent mobility.
The roundtable presented a unique opportunity for exchanging experiences and best practices while exploring sustainable partnerships that would support long-term economic growth objectives. Participants deliberated on necessary operational strategies to innovate joint initiatives and programs that enhance trade and investment exchanges, ensuring a supportive environment for U.S. businesses and their Dubai counterparts to capitalize on investment opportunities.