{
  "id": 14457653,
  "title": "Diplomats, business leaders unite at ‘Proud of UAE’ forum in Dubai",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/diplomats-business-leaders-unite-at-proud-of-uae-forum-in-dubai",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-14T12:55:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/dubai/diplomats-business-leaders-unite-at-proud-of-uae-forum-in-dubai-1.500710473"
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  "account": "Dubai: On a recent business forum in Dubai, more than 30 business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs and diplomats from around the globe joined forces under the 'Proud of UAE' theme. The Diplomat Business Club organized the forum, highlighting the UAE's growing appeal as an investment, innovation and entrepreneurship hub. The event celebrated the UAE's economic progress, multicultural society, and business-friendly environment, providing a platform for international leaders to explore new partnerships and investment opportunities. Senior professionals and diplomatic representatives from Europe, Asia, Africa, and other regions attended, reflecting the UAE's role as a meeting point for businesses worldwide.\n\nJaved Malik, President of the Diplomatic Business Forum, emphasized that the UAE's achievements go beyond economic growth, as it unites people from nearly 200 nationalities living, working, and building businesses in the country. He described millions of expatriates as proudly calling the UAE home, which inspired the 'Proud of UAE' initiative. The forum also showcased how the UAE's focus on innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship is creating opportunities in emerging industries. Malik praised the UAE's future-focused policies, business accelerators, and government-backed initiatives that support entrepreneurs in turning innovative ideas into successful ventures.\n\nDuring the event, the Diplomat Business Club welcomed newly appointed Consuls General from Germany, Malaysia, Japan, Azerbaijan, Thailand, and Kenya. These diplomats and business representatives strengthened professional relationships and explored cooperation areas. As the Diplomat Business Club prepares for its 150th business forum in the UAE, Malik stressed the organization's commitment to promoting business diplomacy, connecting diplomatic networks with commercial expertise to facilitate business connections for investors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs and diplomats from more than 30 countries gathered in Dubai for the ‘Proud of UAE’ Business Forum, highlighting the country’s growing appeal as a global destination for investment, innovation and entrepreneurship. Organised by the Diplomat Business Club, the forum celebrated the UAE’s economic progress, multicultural society and business-friendly…",
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      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "UAE business leaders to tackle multigenerational leadership challenge at Dubai forum",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/uae-business-leaders-to-tackle-multigenerational-leadership-challenge",
        "published": "2026-10-14T10:43:25.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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