“Our investment mission to the UAE highlighted Michigan's leadership in advanced manufacturing, higher education, defense, and aerospace,” Whitmer said. “We will continue competing with other states and nations to bring good-paying jobs and projects home to Michigan so we can grow our economy and create more opportunities for our workers and businesses. Let’s keep building strong international relationships and show the world what Michigan is made of.”
During the visit, Whitmer and the Michigan delegation engaged with industry leaders, promoting Michigan as a prime destination for investment and collaboration. The mission aimed to attract high-quality jobs and enhance Michigan's strategic role in global defense and aerospace supply chains.
Additionally, the governor joined over 30 heads of state and government, more than 80 international and regional organizations, and 140 government delegations at the World Government Summit.
The summit brought together governments, international organizations, thought leaders, and private sector leaders from around the globe to foster international cooperation and identify innovative solutions for future challenges.
During this summit, Whitmer was a featured speaker and discussed Michigan’s focus on talent attraction and retention, its robust higher education ecosystem, the role Michigan plays on the global stage.
In addition to business engagements, Whitmer visited Michigan servicemembers stationed in Bahrain. She also hosted a roundtable discussion focused on empowering young leaders and examining the pivotal influence of educational systems in nurturing young leaders, as well as the integration of technology and innovation.
While in the UAE, Whitmer joined the MEDC, the University of Michigan, and His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of the Emirate of Ras Al Khamia to sign a Memorandum of Understanding to accelerate job creation through knowledge and talent exchange.
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