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Next Stop UAE –
Win Your Unique Business Immersion Week*

*Valued approx. at 10,000 euros

Are you a startup or scaleup curious about the UAE market?

Whether you’re just starting to explore the possibilities or already considering the UAE as your next expansion destination, this is your opportunity to validate that ambition.

During this high-impact experience, selected companies will:

  • Engage directly with leading ecosystem players such as Dubai Chambers, Dubai Silicon Oasis, DTEC, and Hub71.
  • Experience the UAE’s cutting-edge infrastructure while gaining first-hand insight into its business environment and cultural dynamics
  • Collaborate with industry-specific experts to assess market potential and participate in curated meetings with potential partners.
  • Evaluate the strategic fit of the UAE for your next phase of international growth.
  • Meet investors, accelerators, and public partners who can help you accelerate your growth in the region.
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Deadline: 22nd May 2025,
6:00 pm CEST
The 'Next Stop UAE' competition offers startups and scaleups the opportunity to win an exclusive business immersion week in Dubai.
Understand business culture and the scope of your growth potential in the region.
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Deadline: 22nd May 2025,
6:00 pm CEST

What Your Business Immersion Week in the UAE Could Look Like

Why the UAE Should Be Your Next Destination – with Dubai Silicon Oasis and Start2 Group

The UAE is committed to becoming a global innovation hub, investing heavily in emerging technologies and digital transformation.

With strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and dynamic business environment, the UAE offers an enticing ecosystem for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Dubai Economic Agenda ‘D33’ Goals:

"Raising" 30 global unicorns by 2031 through specific scale-up support

Being the leading IPO market in the world and strengthening the VC ecosystem with Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs)

Becoming the major global innovation hub for testing and commercializing new technologies ("Sandbox Dubai")

Growing their digital economy to over US$140 billion (from today’s US$38 billion), attracting 300 new digital economy startups in 2024 alone

Apply now to win your unique business immersion in UAE, valued approx. at €10,000!*

The winner will be announced on Day 3, 23rd May at the Dubai Tourism and Economic Zone (DET) booth at GITEX Berlin
*the travel and accomodation cost not covered in the immersion week prize.

Ready to take the leap?
Your UAE expansion journey starts here.

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Deadline: 22nd May 2025, 6:00 pm CEST

Learn about Start2explore UAE Program

The competition is organized by Dubai Silicon Oasis and Start2 Group.

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