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Sharjah Investment Forum to host global change-makers

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October 14, 2025

SHARJAH: The 8th edition of the Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025), opens its doors to participants from 142 countries, providing a unique opportunity to engage with leading ministers, senior government officials, and heads of international institutions from across the region and the world.

- Staff Reporter, Gulf Today

Taking place on October 22 and 23 at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, participants will be placed in direct dialogue with more than 130 distinguished speakers, including prominent entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and figures from the worlds of media and sports.

A high-level session exploring practical strategies that support economic growth and build investment resilience in the face of geopolitical tensions, financial fluctuations, and climate disruptions, will be moderated by Sheikh Fahim Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations in Sharjah.

The forum's opening and plenary sessions will also feature Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, UAE Minister of Investment, and Dr Amna Bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment.

International participation at the ministerial level will also include Mikayil Jabbarov, Minister of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan; Miguel Medina, Minister of Investment Promotion, Republic of Honduras; and Qaiser Ahmed Shaikh, Minister of Investment of Pakistan.

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