UAE industry leaders discuss path to equitable, sustainable future

UAE industry leaders discuss path to equitable, sustainable future

SHARJAH, 8th February, 2023 (WAM) -- The Sharjah Investment Forum 2023 (SIF) hosted a panel session titled "Redefining Economies, Making Significant Strides For a Better Future” to engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the steps necessary to create a more equitable and sustainable future.

The discussion explored the importance of investment in advanced technology and innovation, the role of research and development, financing liquidity, empowering the workforce through education, and the five key sectors for a self-resilient economy.

The panel included a distinguished lineup of industry leaders and experts comprised of Omar Suwaina, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology; Hussein Al Mahmoudi, CEO of Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park; Ahmed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank; Ranju Anand, Vice President of GEMS Education.

The session was and was moderated by May Ben Khadra, Business Anchor and Economic Analyst.

The panellists engaged in a lively discussion on the subject of redefining economies and the steps necessary to create a more equitable and sustainable future.

Omar Suwaina stressed the importance of investment in advanced technology and innovation in driving economic growth, along with the “UAE Industry 4.0” initiative, the 4th Industrial Revolution Readiness Index that assesses the digital maturity of processes, technologies