Kuwait Explores New Investment Opportunities and Supports International Partnerships

Kuwait participated in the events of the 15th edition of the AIM Congress 2026, held in Dubai, with an official delegation led by Minister of Finance Dr. Yaqoob Yousef Al-Rafai, and broad participation from leaders of financial institutions, investors, and government officials from around the world. Kuwait’s participation comes in line with the state’s commitment to strengthening its presence at international economic forums, exchanging expertise on modern investment trends, and exploring cooperation prospects between the public and private sectors. The Kuwaiti delegation, in addition to the Minister of Finance, includes Khalid Al-Zayani, Consul General of Kuwait in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, and Saad Al-Rashidi, Director General of Economic Affairs at the Ministry of Finance. The summit, held under the theme “Reshaping Prosperity: Unlocking New Investment Pathways Toward a Sustainable and Inclusive Future,” highlights the most significant changes in the global economic environment and their impact on capital flows and cross-border investments. Working sessions address a range of strategic issues, including foreign direct investment, global markets, development financing, digital transformation, artificial intelligence applications, as well as support for startups, infrastructure projects, future cities, and environmental sustainability programs. Opening remarks at the summit emphasized that geopolitical shifts and rapid technological developments, alongside ongoing restructuring of global supply chains, are creating a new reality that opens promising investment horizons and underscores the importance of innovation and sustainability as key drivers of future economic growth. The summit provides a platform for ministerial dialogues, roundtable discussions, and bilateral meetings bringing together government officials and investors, with the aim of forging strategic partnerships and implementing viable investment projects.