CEO Clubs, a supporting partner of AIM Congress 2026, actively participated in the three-day global investment and economic platform held from September 7–9, 2026, at Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together leaders from the public and private sectors to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and explore new opportunities for sustainable economic growth.
AIM Congress 2026 convened an international community of 25,000 participants from 191 countries, alongside 540 global speakers across 103 keynote, interactive, and dialogue sessions. The Congress welcomed presidents, ministers, government officials, policymakers, institutional investors, entrepreneurs, innovators, and senior business leaders from around the world.
The opening of the Congress featured the distinguished participation of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, setting the tone for three days of high-level dialogue and global collaboration.
The opening programme also featured a keynote address by His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade and Chairman of the 15th edition of the AIM Investment Summit 2026. His Excellency highlighted the UAE’s position as a global hub for trade and investment, supported by its open and flexible economy, extensive international partnerships, advanced infrastructure, and business-friendly legislative and regulatory environment.
CEO Clubs Connects Business Leaders to Global Investment Dialogue
As a supporting partner, CEO Clubs was represented throughout AIM Congress 2026 by members of its international community of CEOs, founders, entrepreneurs, investors, and senior executives.
CEO Clubs members from the United States and Dubai actively participated throughout the Congress, engaging with government representatives, investors, institutional leaders, entrepreneurs, and fellow business leaders from different markets. Their participation sparked exciting conversations and potential collaborations across data, artificial intelligence, healthcare and wellness, and other fast-growing sectors.
These interactions created opportunities for knowledge exchange, strategic networking, cross-border collaboration, investment, and the development of new business relationships, further strengthening connections between members and the wider global business community.
The strong participation of CEO Clubs members also reflected the value of bringing together leaders from different markets and industries within a global investment environment. By connecting members with decision-makers, investors, innovators, and institutions, CEO Clubs continued to create opportunities for meaningful dialogue and collaboration beyond traditional business networks.
The energy and strong participation at AIM Congress 2026 once again demonstrated Dubai’s global momentum, reinforcing its position as a regional economic hub, investment hub, and global networking hub.
The participation reflects CEO Clubs’ continued commitment to creating platforms where business leaders can connect beyond traditional networks and engage directly with the people and institutions shaping the global economic landscape.
CEO Clubs Founder Moderates Key Discussion on Digital Sovereignty and Economic Diversification
A key highlight of CEO Clubs’ participation was the contribution of Dr. Tariq Nizami, CEO & Founder of CEO Clubs, who served as Moderator for the strategic session:
“Digital Sovereignty Meets Economic Diversification — A New UAE Business Model.”
The session featured H.E. Maher Al Kaabi, Advisor & Independent Board Member, Alserkal Group, and explored the growing relationship between digital transformation, national competitiveness, investment, and economic diversification.
The discussion examined several critical areas shaping the future of the UAE and the wider global economy, including:
- AI, cloud and data infrastructure as drivers of national competitiveness
- Digital regulation and trusted technology as foundations for resilience and confidence
- Public-private partnerships to accelerate innovation and technology adoption
- Digital investment as a catalyst for economic diversification and new business opportunities
The conversation highlighted how digital sovereignty is increasingly becoming an important component of economic resilience and competitiveness, while also demonstrating the UAE’s approach to integrating technology, investment, innovation, and diversification into its future economic model.
Building Connections Beyond the Congress
As AIM Congress 2026 concluded, the conversations initiated during the three-day gathering provided a strong foundation for continued engagement between business communities, investors, governments, and institutions around the world.
CEO Clubs is proud to have been part of AIM Congress 2026 and looks forward to continuing to connect leaders, facilitate meaningful dialogue, and support opportunities that contribute to a more connected and future-ready global business community.
