Dubai conference to discuss Arab opportunities

Dubai: The 2008 World Summit on Innovation and Entrepreneurship (2008 WSIE) taking place in Dubai from April 1 to 3 will focus on Arab innovation and dialogue with world leaders.

"The future of the Arab world belongs to the present majority of the youth population under 20 years of age," said Sam Hamdan, chairman and chief strategist of the Global Leadership Team and architect of WSIE.

"Dubai offers an ideal model for economic cooperation, cultural diversity and policy innovation. Arab leadership across all parts of society must be inspired by the Dubai experience and collaborate to provide the economic, social and policy foundations that provide hope for all youth, women and aspiring entrepreneurs," he said.

The summit is to be held under the patronage of Shaikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai.

Sense of energy

"The Arab World is teeming with a renewed sense of energy and confidence that, if appropriately tapped, will certainly unleash its potential for higher growth across multiple dimensions," said Abdul Baset Al Janahi, chief executive of Mohammad Bin Rashid Establishment for Young Business Leaders.