ADSW and SIEF announce strategic Blue Forum partnership
Sino-International Entrepreneurs Federation (SIEF) and Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) are proud to announce the establishment of a strategic partnership and the launch of the inaugural Blue Forum at the UAE - China Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum during the 2025 China International Import Expo, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, United Arab Emirates.
The Blue Forum, a flagship event of the new partnership, will be organised as part of ADSW 2026 and is scheduled for January 15, 2026, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). This high-level forum aims to catalyse international partnerships and investment in sustainable water management, focusing on innovation, finance, and policy cooperation. The program will engage leading Chinese entities alongside thought leaders and decision-makers from Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and beyond to unlock transformative opportunities for a water-secure future.
As part of this collaboration, Asia-Pacific exhibitors will be brought to the SIEF Pavilion at ADSW 2026, showcasing leading technology companies and fostering cross-border collaboration in sustainability.
Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, said:
We are proud to support the Blue Forum partnership with SIEF, which reflects our shared commitment to advancing sustainable development and international cooperation. By convening global leaders and innovators, Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week continues to drive impactful solutions for water security.
Dr. Lamya Fawwaz, Masdar Executive Director, Brand and Strategic Initiatives, said:
The launch of the Blue Forum in partnership with SIEF marks a pivotal step in advancing global water security and sustainable development. The Forum will unite leaders from diverse regions and sectors to catalyze innovative solutions and build transformative partnerships that help secure a more sustainable future.
William Wang, Chief Representative for Middle East & Africa, SIEF, added
We are honoured to partner with Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week as one of the world’s largest sustainability gatherings. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to facilitating cross-border collaboration in sustainability. Bringing together thought leaders and decision-makers from Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and beyond, will help unlock transformative opportunities for positive growth.
