Investopia Global has launched new economic dialogues in Hyderabad and Andhra Pradesh, aiming to deepen economic collaboration between the United Arab Emirates and India across future-oriented sectors such as fintech, clean energy, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, tourism, supply chains, healthcare, agri-tech, and entrepreneurship.
The initiative, held in coordination with India’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), and the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board, brought together over 500 business leaders, investors, innovators, and policymakers from both nations.
Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia, stated that the platform has successfully established itself as a key bridge between UAE and Indian business communities, fostering growing economic partnerships in emerging and sustainable sectors. Since 2021, Investopia has conducted global dialogues in five Indian cities, including Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Andhra Pradesh, creating a dynamic platform for top economic leaders and investors.
He emphasized that the UAE and Indian economies are among the fastest-growing globally, with the UAE’s non-oil GDP growing by 5% in 2024 compared to the previous year, while India’s GDP expanded by 7.4% in the first quarter of 2025. This growth signals strong economic momentum and expanding opportunities for both nations.
Bin Touq also highlighted the growing importance of the Indian business community as a key economic and investment partner for the UAE, noting that 267,121 Indian companies operate in the UAE across various sectors, with 22,415 new firms entering the market in the first half of 2025 alone—a growth rate exceeding 10% compared to the same period last year.
Tourism was also identified as a key area of cooperation, with India being the top source of tourists to the UAE. In 2024, the UAE welcomed 4.23 million Indian visitors, and air connectivity continues to expand with over 600 weekly flights between the two countries.
Dr. Jean-François Ferbeek, CEO of Investopia, noted that the global economy is undergoing significant geopolitical and economic shifts, with changing trade routes and rapid digital transformation. He emphasized the importance of building more resilient and sustainable economic systems and highlighted how the UAE and India can leverage their geographic advantages and competitive strengths to create shared visions and innovative solutions.
Discussions also focused on cross-border economic and investment partnerships, opportunities in infrastructure, technological innovation, sustainable industries, data centers, and agricultural technologies. Sessions explored the future of the trade corridor between the UAE, India, and Africa, and its potential to foster economic integration and joint ventures in African markets.
Additional topics included urban infrastructure development, medical tourism, digital platforms, and long-term investments in research and industrial infrastructure related to biotechnology, medical innovation, and pharmaceuticals.
A memorandum of understanding was signed between Investopia and the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board in the presence of high-level officials, aiming to enhance cooperation and support the participation of a high-level delegation from the state in the fifth edition of Investopia, scheduled for April 2026 in Abu Dhabi.