If Milan had a guest of honor this season (besides fashion week), it was Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ). Swapping dunes for cobblestone streets, RAKEZ strutted its global ambitions right into the heart of Italy—and, say, Milan noticed.
Picture this: A chic business breakfast in central Milan, the scent of fresh espresso mingling with future-focused conversations. Who says boardrooms can’t have croissants? Hosted by RAKEZ, this exclusive gathering brought together top Italian minds from the automotive, luxury goods, engineering, and food sectors—all hungry (pun intended) to explore opportunities in the UAE.
Ciao Bella, Let’s Talk Business
With UAE–Italy relations heating up faster than a wood-fired pizza oven, RAKEZ’s visit couldn’t have arrived better. Non-oil trade between the two countries has hit a spicy $14.1 billion—yes, billion—marking a 21% year-on-year increase. Italy is now strutting its stuff as one of the UAE’s top trading partners in the EU, and RAKEZ is ensuring that this opportunity runway is wide open.
The business breakfast wasn’t just about polite hellos and LinkedIn scans. Heavyweights like Michele Ammirati of Well Tax spilled the (Arabica) beans on why the UAE’s tax system gives European businesses serious FOMO. Think fewer complications, more profits, and oh-so-much sunshine.
RAKEZ: Where Business Meets Brilliance
Ramy Jallad, the CEO of RAKEZ (and the MVP of this Milan mission), summed it up like a true visionary: Italian companies bring class, creativity, and cutting-edge innovation—precisely the traits RAKEZ rolls out the red carpet for. With over 30,000 businesses already thriving under its umbrella (including 600+ Italian ones), RAKEZ isn’t just offering office space—it’s offering possibility.
And this isn’t just about setting up shop. We’re talking scalable facilities, a ridiculously smooth setup process, and personalized support that feels more like a business concierge service than a government zone. From Italfoods to Emainox, the Italian-UAE business bromance is getting stronger by the cannoli.
Investopia Europe: Next Stop, Global Domination
After charming Milan’s boardrooms, Jallad headed to Investopia Europe, a high—stakes think tank of global investors and economists. There, RAKEZ didn’t just join the conversation; it helped shape it. The message? Ras Al Khaimah is more than a beautiful emirate with mountain views—it’s a strategic launchpad for companies looking to tap into the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
The Verdict: Milan = Mission Accomplished
With coffee cups emptied and connections made, RAKEZ wrapped up its Milan mission on a high note. But this is far from a one-time gig. As global markets become more interconnected, RAKEZ is cementing its rep as the ultimate business wingman, connecting ideas, regions, and opportunities with style and substance.
So, if you’re an ambitious business eyeing international growth, maybe it’s time to take a page from Milan’s playbook—and give RAKEZ a ring. They’re not just building bridges; they’re paving runways.
