“ADIPEC” reflects the UAE’s global position in leading the international dialogue on the future of energy

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Presidential Office, yesterday opened the 41st edition of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC), the largest energy sector event in the world, which will be held from the third to the sixth of November, at the ADNEC Center in Abu Dhabi.

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan stressed that “Abu Dhabi’s hosting of the ADIPEC exhibition and conference reflects the global position of the UAE in leading the international dialogue on the future of energy, and enhancing joint action to achieve energy security and sustainability in a way that serves future generations.”

His Highness said: “The vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him, establishes a pioneering Emirati approach in achieving a balance between economic development and environmental protection, through investment in advanced technology, clean energy, and innovation as basic pillars of a sustainable future.”

His Highness added that “ADIPEC” represents a global platform that brings together minds and experiences to exchange knowledge and formulate innovative solutions, noting that “the UAE is continuing with confidence to support the balanced transformation in the energy sector through international partnerships that contribute to enhancing economic growth and expanding the horizons of cooperation in the fields of research and development.”

ADIPEC 2025 attracts more than 2,250 exhibitors representing the elite of international companies in the fields of energy, industry and technology, distributed across 17 main exhibition halls. It also includes four specialized areas concerned with artificial intelligence and digital transformation, decarbonisation, the maritime sector and logistics services, in addition to a new exhibition for chemicals and low-carbon solutions, reflecting the rapid development in global energy trends towards sustainability and innovation.

The exhibition will be held this year under the slogan “Smart Energy for Accelerated Progress,” emphasizing Abu Dhabi’s pivotal role as a global platform that brings together leaders and experts from various sectors to discuss the future of energy and enhance opportunities for international cooperation in the fields of industry and technology.

30 national pavilions will participate in the event, including pavilions for emerging markets that highlight investment opportunities in Africa, Asia and Latin America, reflecting the importance of partnership between public and private capital in stimulating innovation, developing infrastructure, and expanding access to clean and sustainable energy.

During the keynote speech at the opening ceremony, the Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Managing Director and CEO of ADNOC and its group of companies, Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, called on leaders, global policymakers and investors in the energy sector to implement the UAE business model, which focuses on formulating practical policies and building ambitious partnerships to create more job opportunities and enhance economic and social growth and global competitiveness.

He explained that the UAE’s practical approach confirms that realistic and practical legislation and regulations build and enhance investor confidence, and that it is a model for reliable, technology-based policies that stimulate investment.

He said, “The UAE applies a realistic approach that supports ensuring energy security, diversifying its sources, attracting capital, promoting technological progress, and adopting practical solutions and policies in coordination with the energy sector. This is the reason why global capital continues to flow here, because investors value credibility, stability and trust, and these are among our strengths here in Abu Dhabi, and throughout the UAE.”

He explained that the lesson learned from the UAE model for the energy sector is that “policies and regulations must focus on realistic and actual requirements, not on performance, and must be based on visions, not on ideological ideas, and must be based on permanent facts, not on temporary and fleeting trends, because regulatory policies that are far from realism and logic will lead to weakening economies, hindering the progress of societies, and driving away capital.”