Gulf BPG at the International Conference on Creativity & Innovation

Gulf BPG attended the opening ceremony of the International Conference on Creativity & Innovation (ICCI), hosted by United Arab Emirates University (UAEU). This flagship two-day event (17–18 Nov 2025) was held in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy & Tourism, under the patronage and presence of H.E. Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh, Cultural Advisor to the UAE President and Chancellor of UAEU.

Following the opening address by H.E. Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh, H.E. Dr. Abdulrahman Hassan Al Muaini, Assistant Undersecretary for the Intellectual Property Rights Sector at the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, delivered the opening keynote speech, emphasizing the vital role of innovation and intellectual property in advancing the knowledge-based economy. He also underscored the Ministry’s efforts to foster a supportive IP ecosystem that empowers youth and innovators, while emphasizing the importance of artificial intelligence and international partnerships in driving a more competitive and innovative future.

The conference brought together leading academics, innovation experts, IP professionals, policymakers and entrepreneurs from around the world to explore how research drives creativity, technological advancement, intellectual property (IP), and sustainable societal impact. Participants engaged in keynote speeches, expert panels, and sessions on topics spanning AI, IP commercialization, cross-border innovation, entrepreneurial education, and collaborative research ecosystems.

Key highlights include:

• A premier forum dedicated to translating academic research into market-ready innovations and strengthening global competitiveness.
• Participation of 20 internationally renowned speakers from leading universities, research institutions, and global IP organizations.
• Conference agenda themes include AI & IP ethics, pathways from research to market impact, and building collaborative innovation ecosystems.

Gulf BPG’s presence underscored its commitment to advancing innovation, intellectual property awareness, and cross-sector partnerships within the UAE.