UAE in February… 28 days of international events and activities

Next February, the UAE will become the first destination for events and events of an international nature, by hosting a group of prominent international conferences, exhibitions and events that embody its status and influential role in shaping the future of many vital sectors in the region and the world.

The UAE is a global center for hosting and organizing specialized exhibitions and conferences, and starting tomorrow, Wednesday, and throughout the month of February 2023, the country will witness a series of economic, health, scientific and sports events and activities, with wide international presence and participation.

The UAE is innovating

The month of innovation, “UAE Innovates 2023”, this year focuses on the theme of sustainability, as part of the events and activities that it takes place throughout the month of February, with the participation of government agencies at the federal and local levels, as an embodiment of the declaration of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him, in the year 2023. Sustainability year.

The current session is characterized by hosting international participation, for the first time since its launch, which is a qualitative addition to the activities of this national event, and an affirmation of its global reputation, among the best innovation festivals in the world.

Government Summit

The World Government Summit 2023 will be held from 13-15 February next under the slogan “Forming Future Governments”. Knowledge and ideas that contribute to the promotion of development and prosperity around the world.

The World Government Summit, which Dubai hosts annually, is the gathering platform for more than 30 international organizations. The summit focuses on anticipating future governments and building a better future for humanity. Since its inception, it has contributed to the establishment of a new system of international partnerships based on inspiring and anticipating future governments.

“International Defense”

On February 19, the activities of the International Defense Conference 2023, which will be held in Abu Dhabi, will start with the participation of a large group of leaders, decision-makers and senior officials who are experts in the defense industries sector, from various countries of the world.

The conference comes prior to the launch of the exhibitions “IDEX 2023” and the Maritime Defense Exhibition “NAVDEX 2023”, which will be held from February 20 to 24 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Defense industries of advanced technology and equipment.

women’s summit

On February 21 and 22, the UAE will host the “Global Summit of Women 2023” in Abu Dhabi, under the title: “The Role of Women Leaders in Building Peace, Social Inclusion, and Creating Prosperity.”

The summit represents a moral and ethical commitment at the level of the countries of the world, to adopt new strategies and put forward more comprehensive ideas and solutions, that would address the problems that hinder the progress of women and play their essential role in the process of sustainable development, and combine their superior capabilities to promote peace and security in the world, and achieve the aspirations of societies. All well-being, prosperity and prosperity.

Gulfood

The 28th session of Gulfood, the world’s largest food and beverage supply event, will be held from February 20 to 24, 2023, as the most prominent players in the food and beverage sector from all over the world gather in Dubai, to chart the future features of the rapidly developing sector.

This edition is the largest of its kind, with an increase in the exhibition area by no less than 30% of the total area compared to previous years, as more than 5,000 exhibitors have been confirmed, including 1,500 participating for the first time in the event.

Cultural events

Dubai is witnessing the activities of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2023, to be held from 1 to 6 February, which includes more than 300 sessions and workshops within a program full of fun and suspense.

For its part, the Theater Department at the Department of Culture in Sharjah will organize, during the period from 20-27 February, the fourth session of the Sharjah Gulf Theater Festival, which aims to highlight innovative and distinguished Gulf theater experiences, enhance theater communication with the audience, spread theatrical awareness, support and encourage theater groups and associations, and discover talents. .

In turn, the Sharjah Art Foundation announced that the 15th edition of the Sharjah Biennial, which will be held next February under the title “History Present”, will witness the participation of 30 major artistic commissions by artists from all over the world at the Obaid Al Shamsi House in Sharjah Art Square.

Sports Events

The UAE will host prominent sporting events during the month of February, including the “Abu Dhabi Mubadala Open Tennis Championship” from February 5 to 12, the fifth session of the “Emirates Tour” from February 20 to 26, and the Dubai Marathon, which will start on February 12 and receive participants from all over the world. The world competition and running near Burj Al Arab, and the Dubai Duty Free Open Tennis Championship, which will be held from February 19 to March 4 at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, and the competitions and events of the Manchester Abu Dhabi Junior Cup scheduled for Zayed Sports City on February 18 and 19.