Welcome to the 8th Edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum

Please join me in welcoming Salam Aldere, the CEO of ADGM Authority. The UAE continues [music] to advance one of the most comprehensive climate agendas in the world. Anchored by its commitment to reach net zero by 2050. At the center of this momentum stands ADGM, the international financial center of the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi, a key driver of its sustainable finance ambitions. Our agenda is built on four pillars and they are regulation, awareness, cooperation and ecosystem development.

Together, these pillars have produced tangible progress, reflecting the region's commitment to sustainable finance. Among the key outcomes are comprehensive ESG disclosure rules, robust frameworks for green and climate transition funds as well as sustainability linked bonds and suk and dedicated anti- greenwashing guidance to reinforce credibility and investor trust. Abu Dhabi will continue to serve as the destination where capital finds purpose and purpose find progress.

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