Ahmed bin Mohammed stresses free zones’ key role in Dubai development

Ahmed bin Mohammed stresses free zones’ key role in Dubai development

Annual world FZO summit begins in Dubai

Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, on Tuesday attended the inauguration of the World Free Zones Organization’s (World FZO) ninth Annual International Conference & Exhibition (AICE). - Supplied photo

Published: Tue 2 May 2023, 6:36 PM

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, on Tuesday attended the inauguration of the World Free Zones Organization’s (World FZO) ninth Annual International Conference & Exhibition (AICE).

During the opening ceremony, Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed said: “Dubai’s successful and distinguished free zone model has played a crucial role in the emirate’s economic development. With its state-of-the-art infrastructure, flexible legislative framework and regulatory policies, and world-class services and facilities, Dubai has supported this vital sector, creating a vibrant and stimulating business environment. Its free zones cover a wide range of diverse economic activities, making them a magnet for leading global businesses and companies specialising in different fields, as well as a launch