The 13th Global Sustainability and CSR Forum, organized by the Arabia CSR Network, wrapped up its two-day event themed “Sustainable Growth: Orchestrating a Global Change.” This newly rebranded forum evolved into a truly international stage, advocating for collective action on critical issues like the circular economy, food security, water cooperation, green finance, sustainable urban development, and youth empowerment.
With support from the Ministry of Economy & Tourism, the forum brought together ministers, UN officials, business leaders, academics, and youth. Sheikh Eng. Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi emphasized the forum’s role as a pioneering platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration among global leaders, experts, and institutions, fostering collective action and supporting international efforts towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Keynote speakers included Eng. Sigit Reliantoro from Indonesia, Bérangère Boëll from the UN, and Sarah Shaw from Majra National CSR Fund, UAE. The first day featured discussions on regenerative models for the circular economy, resilient food systems, and international water cooperation, highlighted by a dynamic youth panel of Emirati entrepreneurs and a fireside chat with Dr. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, the 6th President of Mauritius. The second day focused on clean energy transition, green finance, and urban sustainability. Experts highlighted the integration of technology, policy, and finance to reach net-zero goals, noting that sustainable finance aligns risk, return, and resilience.
Habiba Al Mar’ashi, founder and CEO of Arabia CSR Network, emphasized that the forum represents a “harmonious movement for change,” turning dialogue into actionable plans for a resilient, inclusive future. Keynote speakers like Maha Al Gargawi of Dubai Chambers and Dr. Yousef Al-Assaf of Rochester Institute of Technology – Dubai, stressed the importance of long-term vision and cooperation. The event also included a special fireside chat with Eugene Mayne of Tristar Group.
The forum was backed by Tristar Group, McDonald’s UAE, Al Sayer Group, Majra National CSR Fund, UAE, and prominent partners such as Dubai Chambers, University of Dubai, Khaleej Times, Farnek, and Emirates Environmental Group.
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