Global business leaders and visionaries honoured at ET Indo Global Leaders 2026 in Dubai

ET Indo Global Leaders 2026, a prestigious event held in Dubai, brought together prominent business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers. The gathering, which took place at Al Habtoor Palace, celebrated excellence, innovation, and the strengthening economic partnership between India and the UAE. Musabeh Al Musafri, Director of Customer Experience and Service Delivery at Ajman Free Zone, welcomed attendees and emphasized the UAE’s dedication to fostering entrepreneurship and global business growth.

The event began with a networking session, followed by panel discussions exploring various aspects of international business. The first panel, "India’s Global Decade: The New Growth Story," featured industry leaders discussing India's rising influence in international trade and investment. Topics included opportunities arising from stronger international partnerships and the country's growing role in the global economy.

A fireside chat with Zubair Ul Islam, Director of Sales at Ajman Free Zone, highlighted how free zones facilitate seamless expansion of businesses into regional and global markets. The second panel discussion, "The Scale-Up Playbook: Capital, Technology, & Strategy for India’s Growth Companies," focused on sustainable business expansion. Speakers shared insights on innovation, technology adoption, access to capital, and strategies for scaling businesses in competitive global markets.

The final panel, "Startup to Global Business: Building the Next Generation of Global Enterprises," examined entrepreneurship, fundraising, international expansion, and the evolving startup ecosystem. The event concluded with the ET Indo Global Leaders Felicitation Ceremony, honoring outstanding entrepreneurs, business leaders, and organizations for their contributions to innovation, leadership, and global business excellence.