ABU DHABI, 25th April, 2024 (WAM) -- More than 300 start-ups across diverse fields and sectors have officially confirmed their participation in the 13th edition of the AIM Congress.
The event will take place from 7th to 9th May, 2024, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. It aims to delve into innovative solutions, uncover investment prospects, foster partnerships, and facilitate knowledge exchange among entrepreneurs globally.
The start-ups constitute one of the primary pillars of the 2024 AIM Congress, organised under the theme “Adapting to a Shifting Investment Landscape: Harnessing New Potentials for Global Economic Development”. The UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology supports the event and the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development is the lead partner.
The start-up agenda also features various panel discussions and keynote speeches, highlighting the trends and challenges facing start-ups. Key topics revolve around the emergence of start-ups in biotechnology, integrating technology into enterprises for financial resilience, and strategies for acquiring and retaining customers amidst financial disruptions. Additionally, discussions cover themes, such as women's leadership, talent acquisition, and sustainable practices.
Additionally, the AIM Congress annually hosts the AIM Start-up Pitch Competition alongside its events. The aim is to provide a competitive environment and an ideal platform for these start-ups to engage with investors, government officials, and key stakeholders, fostering relationships and securing funding for winning entrepreneurial projects.
Sponsoring Organisations
The Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI) from Malaysia is sponsoring 10 start-ups showcasing innovation. Maharashtra State Innovation Society and Kerala Start-up Mission are each supporting 10 start-ups from India. Andhra Pradesh Medtech Zone is backing 10 Indian start-ups driving healthcare innovation. The UN International Trade Centre is also empowering three Ugandan start-ups to participate in the AIM Start-up Pitch Competition.
The Congress boasts a formidable line-up, drawing more than 25 government ministers, 45 city mayors, and 12 central bank governors, alongside 900 speakers in 450 dialogue sessions. Seven high-level roundtable meetings promise in-depth discussions on global investment issues. Representing nine global stock markets and 50 unicorns, attendees anticipate unparalleled networking. With 12,000 delegates from 175 countries and 27 joint events, the event is a global nexus for investment dialogue and collaboration.