Dubai Chambers Hosts U.S. Chamber Officials for New York Roundtable: Fostering Bilateral Trade and Investment Growth
Dubai Chambers recently convened a roundtable discussion in New York, gathering 17 officials from U.S. chambers and trade promotion bodies. This event aimed to strengthen the economic ties between Dubai and the United States, exploring avenues for collaboration and shared opportunities.
The roundtable took place alongside the Dubai Business Forum – USA, which was held in New York. Key figures in attendance included His Excellency Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of Dubai Chambers, and His Excellency Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers. The discussion delved into ways to enhance cooperation between Dubai Chambers and U.S. chambers and trade organizations, highlighting the potential for mutual growth in key sectors.
Participants focused on strategies to boost competitiveness and economic cooperation in a rapidly changing global environment. This included discussions on:
- Enhancing bilateral collaboration within the framework of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33)
- Supporting innovation and expanding trade links
- Unlocking new growth prospects in priority sectors like artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and digital trade
Dubai's dynamic business environment, supported by world-class infrastructure and agile regulations, was showcased as a key attraction for companies, talent, and capital. The emirate's forward-thinking approach to digital transformation and sustainability was also highlighted, positioning it as a strategic partner for the United States in shaping deeper economic cooperation based on knowledge and advanced technology.
The roundtable also addressed the strong growth in trade and investment between Dubai and the U.S., discussing ways to leverage major capital inflows and strategic partnerships in areas like artificial intelligence, energy, and infrastructure to accelerate the expansion of priority sectors. Additionally, opportunities to strengthen supply chain resilience, support industrial partnerships, and advance workforce development and talent mobility were explored.
This roundtable provided a valuable platform for exchanging expertise and best practices, fostering sustainable partnerships that support long-term economic growth. Participants explored practical frameworks for designing joint initiatives and programs that enhance trade and investment exchange, creating a supportive environment for U.S. companies and their Dubai counterparts to seize emerging opportunities in the growing economic relationship between the two regions.
