Conference featured speakers, global business leaders and senior policy makers from more than 140 countries
Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Chairman, World Free Zones Organization, recently inaugurated the seventh edition of the Annual International Conference & Exhibition (AICE) 2021, which took place virtually in Dubai from 21 to 24 June 2021.
More than 100 high-profile speakers and over 4,000 senior policy makers, academics, multilateral organizations, and global business leaders from more than 140 countries and territories have come together.
“We are keen to support the organization’s members and partners in the post-pandemic recovery phase and to play a key role in creating joint collaboration that achieves the required integration and interaction,” Dr. Al Zarooni added.
Participants engaged in an exclusive session titled ‘Future of Global Value Chains’, where they tackled how business entities should respond to present challenges.
Other subjects that were analyzed include safer free zones as enablers of compliance and providers of predictability of more integrated value chains, deterring illegal trade across sectors and reporting illicit activities.
The group addressed vulnerabilities in supply chain systems, promoting sustainable resource management, and protection against forced labor and other human rights abuses.
“We remain committed to delivering our services throughout the pandemic to help free zones overcome the challenges and become future ready,” asserted Dr Samir Hamrouni, CEO, World FZO.
