Ras Al Khaimah: H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, attended the opening of the 17th Verona Eurasian Economic Forum at the Al Hamra Convention Centre in Ras Al Khaimah. This marks the first occasion the forum has been held in the Middle East. The event saw the presence of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah, Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and several high-profile officials.
According to Emirates News Agency, the forum is organized by the Association Conoscere Eurasia in partnership with the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry. The theme for this year’s event is ‘The new architecture of cooperation for the contemporary economy’, bringing together leaders from the government and private sectors, as well as experts and journalists from Europe and Asia. Representatives of the Eurasian Economic Union are also in attendance to discuss opportunities for econ
omic collaboration.
H.H. Sheikh Saud stated, “We, in the UAE, recognize that progress does not occur in a vacuum – it is a shared journey. We believe that partnership is the key to advancing humanity.” He emphasized that hosting the event in Ras Al Khaimah provides an opportunity for fostering closer cooperation and collaboration, which are essential for building stronger cultural, trade, and business ties, and achieving a sustainable and prosperous future.
The forum’s agenda includes discussions on various topics such as the UAE’s role in regional economic cooperation, the relationship between energy and the environment, the evolution of financial and banking markets, challenges posed by new technologies, ongoing industrial revolution in manufacturing, food security, combating desertification, and social development as a condition for an inclusive economy.
Additionally, the event features cultural initiatives including an exhibition on Italian craftsmanship, a film festival dedicated to Italian and Russia
n cinema, and a classical music concert.