Dubai: The CTW Global Summit 2024 concluded with resounding success, solidifying its position as a key global platform for advancing the trade services industry. Held in Dubai, the summit brought together top industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to engage in critical discussions that will shape the sector’s economic future.

Spanning nine pivotal sectors—ranging from Finance & Banking and Special Economic Zones to Artificial Intelligence, Supply Chain & Logistics, and Digital Commerce—the summit facilitated deep insights and strategic networking opportunities. Delegates from all sectors gathered to explore how innovations in these areas will transform global trade services.

David Wang, Chairman of MIE Events, reflected on the summit’s impact, adding, “Our goal with the 2nd Edition of CTW Global Summit was to spark cross-border collaboration and innovation. The success of this year’s event reaffirms the power of this platform to inspire enduring global partnerships, and we are grateful to everyone—speakers, stakeholders, and partners—who contributed to this vision.”

Zahoor Ahmed, Vice President of MIE Events, highlighted the summit’s regional and global significance: “The UAE and GCC region are at the cutting edge of global trade services. CTW Global Summit has proven its capability to connect innovative minds with the tools needed to drive the region’s ambitious future projects. Next year’s edition will offer even greater opportunities with expanded themes and an enriched program.”

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CTW Global Summit 2024 Key Highlights:

  • Influential Speaker Lineup: Over 100 high-profile speakers shared their expertise and insights, offering participants a wealth of knowledge and forward-looking strategies.
  • Dynamic Workshops and Sessions: Attendees engaged in interactive discussions, workshops, and seminars that explored emerging trends, creating a vibrant environment for learning and idea generation.
  • Global Networking: The summit provided a premier platform for networking, enabling delegates to build meaningful connections and explore new collaboration opportunities.
  • Global Reach: Drawing participants from across the region, the summit-initiated conversations that will have a far-reaching impact on the services industry og the UAE.
  • MOU Signing: A significant Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between Dr. Mustafa Saasa, Chairman of Raj Group of Companies, and Zahoor Ahmed, Vice President of MIE Events for the upcoming CTW Global Summit 2025. 

As the summit came to a close, the sentiment was clear: CTW Global Summit 2024 exceeded expectations, delivering crucial insights and fostering invaluable connections that will shape the future of the services sector. Key sessions and content will be available soon on the CTW Global website and social media for those who wish to revisit the summit’s highlights.

Save the Date: CTW Global Summit 2025 3rd Edition

Building upon the success of this year’s event, the 3rd edition of the CTW Global Summit will take place on October 22-23, 2025. This year’s summit promises to offer expanded themes, a larger exhibition space, and an enhanced program designed to foster collaboration and innovation.