Post by : Bianca
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The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), recognized as the capital’s international financial center, has marked a significant milestone by participating in the Milken Institute Global Conference 2026 in Los Angeles, further solidifying Abu Dhabi’s status as a pivotal financial hub.
This participation follows a remarkable month where eight prominent international financial firms, managing assets totaling US$4.4 trillion, announced their intentions to begin operations in Abu Dhabi.
Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADGM, led the delegation. Throughout the conference, ADGM officials engaged with global leaders, institutional investors, and key asset managers to explore Abu Dhabi’s escalating significance in the financial arena, alongside potential investment opportunities and global collaborations.
During his remarks, Al Zaabi emphasized the UAE’s appeal to global investors, attributing it to a stable and forward-looking financial environment. He outlined ADGM's commitment to fostering long-lasting partnerships with international financial entities, underpinned by robust regulations and global connectivity.
ADGM aspires to rank among the world’s top five financial centers, and interest from global asset managers to expand into the region remains strong.
Additionally, Al Zaabi participated in a discussion with Alan Schwartz, Executive Chairman of Guggenheim Partners, focusing on financial innovation and Abu Dhabi’s economic evolution.
He highlighted that the UAE’s economic strength stems from deliberate long-term strategies rather than reactive policies, revealing that ADGM issued 284 new licenses in March 2026—up from 270 in the same month last year, equating to a 5.2 percent rise.
ADGM is intent on creating a future-oriented financial hub characterized by global connections, institutional robustness, and long-term investment prospects, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s aspirations as the “Capital of Capital.”
Recent announcements from international investment firms regarding their expansion within ADGM include Muzinich & Co., Hillhouse Investment Management, Barings, and Bain Capital.
Moreover, Hashed Global Management Limited and Rokos Capital Management have received permission for financial services from ADGM, while Capital Group and Man Group are set to establish offices in Abu Dhabi.
Throughout the Milken Conference, ADGM held over 50 high-profile meetings with major global firms, including Blackstone, Carlyle Global Investment Management, Coinbase, and Guggenheim, discussing investment partnerships and entry strategies in Abu Dhabi.
ADGM remains instrumental in advancing Abu Dhabi’s economic vision through the promotion of innovation, attraction of global investments, and adherence to international financial standards, utilizing the direct application of English Common Law.
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