“Building Bridges: Italy & UAE for Business Growth” – Strengthening Economic and Cultural Collaboration between Italy and the United Arab Emirates

On November 25, 2024, the Dubai Hub for Made in Italy by Italiacamp hosted Building Bridges: Italy & UAE for Business Growth, the Italian Business Council event that brought together business leaders, institutions, and experts to explore the challenges and opportunities for Italian companies in the UAE and to foster deeper economic and cultural collaboration.

During the panel, key topics were addressed concerning the future of collaboration between the two countries, focusing on the UAE market and the tools necessary to support the development of entrepreneurial and commercial initiatives by Italian businesses.

Among the essential aspects discussed were talent development and knowledge sharing, with an emphasis on the importance of investing in education, innovation, and research to ensure that both countries’ economies can continue to grow in a competitive manner.

The event also highlighted the importance of spreading technologies and innovation as key tools to strengthen collaboration between Italy and the UAE, promoting the exchange of know-how and advanced solutions in strategic sectors.

A dynamic panel discussion, moderated by Luca Olivari, Head of Open Consulting at Luiss Business School, brought together:

Leo Cisotta, General Manager Italiacamp EMEA 

H.E. Lorenzo Fanara, Italian Ambassador to the UAE

Fatma AlMadani, Senior Manager Business Relations Department Dubai Chambers

Davide Camaiora, Chairman The Italian Business Council

Michele Moro, Director Technogym