Franchise 2018 opens in Abu Dhabi

Media In – Abu Dhabi, October 16,

The 6th session of the Franchise Fair, organized by the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI), was opened with the participation of 16 countries represented by international and local companies, economic sectors and various brands. The two-day exhibition at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC) aims to highlight the promising and exciting sector of the franchise sector, given its global position as an effective competitive platform that attracts international companies and institutions from around the world. The exhibition also has the interest and follow-up of international institutions to provide successful investment opportunities in the field of franchises. The exhibition was inaugurated by Mr. Ibrahim Al Mahmoud, First Deputy Chairman of ADCCI, accompanied by Mohammed Hilal Al Muhairi, General Manager of Abu Dhabi Chamber, Saeed Issa Al Khaili, General Manager of the Higher Corporation for Specialized Economic Zones, Salem Al Suwaidi, Director General of Ajman Chamber, The opening ceremony was also attended by the Japanese Ambassador to the State, a number of diplomats and embassy representatives. Mr. Mohammed Al-Muhairi explained that the Chamber is addressing the 6th Franchise International Exhibition for the sixth time as part of its efforts to provide new investment opportunities to investors and support the continuous diversification of their activities. The exhibition will create opportunities and successful initiatives between foreign companies, UAE companies and small and medium-sized companies to benefit from the best international experiences and practices in the global franchise industry. . Al Muhairi pointed out that the exhibition has achieved remarkable successes during its previous sessions, in terms of expanding the scope of local and international companies and providing them with more opportunities to learn more about commercial franchises, which has established an important strategic reputation for the exhibition in line with Abu Dhabi Chamber strategy to attract local and international companies and institutions. Are contributing to the expansion of their business and investments across the UAE and the Middle East region. He stressed that this year’s exhibition continues its achievements and successes, attracting the participation of several important governmental bodies at the local and federal levels, such as the Ministry of Economy represented by the National Program for Small and Medium Enterprises, Saud Bin Saqr Foundation for Youth Projects Development, Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development and Ajman Chamber. Along with an elite of specialists and experts from the business and economic sectors, and major brands from within and outside the country. Al Muhairi pointed to the effective contribution of the exhibition to the sustainable economic development of the UAE by enabling private companies to improve their performance and encourage them to expand their investments, support local brands and develop local markets. Exhibition of entrepreneurs and trademark owners from different countries of the world.