Focus on technology and qualified talents to propel UAE towards future-ready economy, say SIF 2023 panelists

Focus on technology and qualified talents to propel UAE towards future-ready economy, say SIF 2023 panelists

Sharjah: Experts from the UAE emphasised on building more initiatives to attract investments, promote opportunities, and strengthen the country’s position as a top investment destination in the region and the world while preserving the environment for the next generations.

During an exciting panel session titled ‘Sharjah Investment Ecosystem’ on the opening day of the sixth Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF) 2023, panellists highlighted the emirate’s continued role as a hub of innovation and investment along with addressing challenges faced by investor communities.

Ahmed Bin Saed, Deputy Director of Commercial Affairs Department, Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD), Mariam Bin Al Shaikh, Director of Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), Ahmed Al Khoshaibi, Group CEO of Arada, Ahmed Mohamed Abu Eideh, CEO of Invest Bank and Yousif Khalil, Managing Director of MBR Gulf, attended at the panel discussion, moderated by Auhood Bin Jber Al Kholani, journalist and radio presenter on Al Khaleejiya 100.9 radio station.

Ahmed Bin Saed highlighted the positive impacts of embracing 100% digital, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic, adding that more than 10 government organisations benefited from SEDD services during the time and after.

Keen to establish more space for women to get connected to business ventures, Mariam Bin Al Shaikh spoke about the role