Planning for tomorrow.

The global business spotlight remains firmly on the Middle East and in particular the UAE – a country consolidating its position as a world-leading business and financial hub.
Global banks continue to move their senior representatives to the region in the hopes of managing the massive wealth available to them. And analysts predict that its reign as a business centre will be long-standing.

Complacency however is dangerous and it is important to focus on sustainability and the preservation of the wealth and position we find ourselves in today…..

Education is one of the two main focus areas for the UAE’s 2015 strategic plan and at Zabeel Investments we believe that youth development will play a fundamental role in the UAE’s position as a business hub and financial centre. It is this conviction that prompted our latest investment, in partnership with ANC Holdings, to create Kings Holding – a company providing investment in education. It was driven by the need for next generation education and the creation of a facility that would provide through-life stability for children, and peace of mind for parents, be they national or expatriate. Kings College will provide innovative education opportunities that lay the foundations for our future strength.

Through CSR we further confirm our role in the development of the UAE for the future.  In partnership with Nakheel, we have just chosen the 20 students for the second year of Bidaya – the pioneering programme offering both education and leadership to its students, through support and guidance throughout their time at university.

Although there is still work to be done presently in bringing the UAE business arena to global maturity, we must look ahead and focus on our future businesses and business leaders. Otherwise all the work and effort done today, will not count tomorrow.

Mohammed Al Hashimi
Executive Chairman Zabeel Investments