TEHRAN –A total of 12 Iranian knowledge-based firms are attending the 44th edition of the Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX) 2024 from October 14 to 18 in Dubai Trade Center, the UAE.

The chamber of commerce, in collaboration with the Innovation and Prosperity Fund, has supported knowledge-based firms in setting up their pavilions at the exhibition.

Known as one of the largest and most prominent technology events in West Asia, North Africa, and South Asia (MENASA) region, GITEX is bringing together 6,500 leading companies from 180 countries.

Over 40 halls of exhibition space, are showcasing tech giants and innovative startups in fields like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, mobility, sustainable tech, education, energy and utilities, environment and social impact, robotics, and smart cities.

Iranian knowledge-based companies aim to leverage the exhibition to showcase their latest innovations, products, and services to the global market, establish a network connection with other companies active in the field of technology, as well as attract investors.

They are scheduled to hold face-to-face meetings with other participating companies from India, Russia, Lithuania, Tunisia, and Canada to present their capabilities to attract potential customers. 

GITEX has been held annually since its inception in 1981. The event typically takes place over the course of several days and attracts participants from around the world.

During the five-day exhibition, there will be conferences, live-action workshops, matched concierge networking, and business partnerships.

The Innovation and Prosperity Fund will also support knowledge-based delegations to set up their pavilions at the Chinano Conference and Expo, and the Uzstory Expo in China and Uzbekistan respectively.

The knowledge-based firms will display their capabilities and latest achievements in the nanotechnology field at Chinano 2024 which will be held from October 23 to 25 in Suzhou, China.

Chinano 2024 consists of four parts, summits (keynote speeches, specific technology discussion sessions, and application forums), exhibitions, competitions, and product launching conferences.

It focuses mainly on micro-nano manufacturing, advanced semiconductors, flexible printed electronics, nano-imprint lithography, inkjet printing, nano health, and other aspects within the nanotechnology field, dedicating itself to building an international nanotech industry exchange and collaboration platform for enterprise display, product promotion, capital cooperation, technology matchmaking and exchange. 

The 13th International Exhibition “UzStroyExpo2024” is scheduled to take place from October 29 to 31. 

UzStory Expo will showcase construction and finishing materials, construction machinery and equipment, as well as heating, ventilation, water supply, woodworking, and interior innovations.

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