Dubai: IFZA, Dubai’s most dynamic free zone community, has officially opened the Der Mittelstand. BVMW e. V. (BVMW) representative office in Dubai, marking a significant step in strengthening UAE-German business relations. This move is part of IFZA’s ongoing efforts to foster international partnerships and support economic growth.
According to Emirates News Agency, the official launch event took place at IFZA’s offices, with notable attendees such as Alexander Schönfelder, German Ambassador to the UAE, Senator a.D. Christoph Ahlhaus, Chairman of the Federal Executive Board of Der Mittelstand. BVMW e. V. and President of the European SME Association, and Dr. Juma Al Matrooshi, Director-General of Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO). The event featured panel discussions and networking opportunities, facilitating valuable exchanges and connections.
The launch of this representative office signals a strategic partnership aimed at fostering growth and cooperation between the UAE and Germany. As IFZA expands its offerings,
this office will serve as a key resource for German SMEs, providing essential support, strategic connections, and access to the UAE’s business-friendly environment. This initiative is designed to facilitate the success of German businesses from Germany to Dubai and beyond.
IFZA supports the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 by bringing Foreign Direct Investment into the emirate. Speaking at the opening event, Jochen Knecht, CEO of IFZA, emphasized the significance of this development. He stated, “The opening of the BVMW representative office in Dubai is a significant step in IFZA’s commitment to serve our partners and aligns with our strategy to attract foreign direct investment by taking Dubai to the world and bringing the world to Dubai.”
Christoph Ahlhaus, Chairman of the Federal Executive Board Der Mittelstand. BVMW e. V., expressed optimism about the venture. He highlighted the importance of the Gulf region as a rapidly growing market and acknowledged the long-standing association with IFZA. Ahlhaus remarked t
hat the new office would serve as a focal point for connecting with local partners, providing a gateway to an extensive network that offers valuable insights into regional potential and dynamics.
