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Reaching a visionary goal requires one percent vision and 99 percent alignment. <strong>The</strong> UAE has garnered attention for its manifold initiatives that seek to foster sustainable growth and entice international investors. In this issue, our cover story delves into the Zayed Ambition 2 project, which strives to investigate the feasibility of leveraging the UAE’s burgeoning space economy for sustainable development. This initiative showcases the country’s commitment to diversifying its economy and reducing its reliance on oil. <strong>The</strong> UAE’s efforts to explore new opportunities demonstrate its potential to become a major player in the global space industry. We present to you a compiled collection of the most exciting developments in the finance world. We have meticulously sifted through the latest trends and updates, spanning an array of pertinent topics such as corporate results, corporate tax, startups, banking, funding, investment, fintech, digital assets, events, and beyond. This issue also features several stories highlighting the UAE’s steadfast dedication to sustainable growth and development. Dubai, for instance, has surpassed global and regional tourism recovery levels, demonstrating its resilience in facing the pandemic. Furthermore, the sports industry has also emerged as a promising sector, magnetizing international investors and cultivating novel business prospects. <strong>The</strong> event management industry is also bouncing back from the pandemic with renewed energy; in a featured interview, CEO Shaaista Khan Osman and Managing Director Osman Osman of Blu Blood share their insights about the event management industry in the UAE. This issue also includes insights from Sridhar Vembu, CEO of Zoho Corporation, on emerging AI tools, along with some advice for SMEs and startups. We aim to espouse the vision of the UAE’s wise leadership on the nation’s development path, highlighting the social, economic, and developmental aspects shaping this dynamic nation. To that end, we tirelessly curate the latest and most credible finance news for our readers, with the aim of advancing financial literacy and contributing to Dubai’s journey to becoming one of the world’s most pioneering economies. - Ambrish Agarwal, Editor in Chief - Ambrish Agarwal, Editor in Chief Editor’s Note Advertisers advertised in this guide are included on a sponsored basis. Details are correct at the time of going to press, but offers and prices may change. <strong>March</strong> <strong>2023</strong> www.thefinanceworld.com 5 September 2022 3