LIDE Emirates: A new era for business in the United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪
Today, January 24, the LIDE Business Dinner takes place in Dubai, marking the launch of LIDE Emirates in the United Arab Emirates.
The event will feature more than 50 entrepreneurs, as well as the UAE Minister of Economy, Abdulla bin Touq, and the LIDE Emirates President and Co-Chairman, Rodrigo Paiva and Mohamed Jassim Al Rais.
LIDE Emirates is a business leaders association that aims to promote economic development and entrepreneurship in the UAE.
The association brings together entrepreneurs from various sectors of the economy, who share experiences and business opportunities.
The event will be an opportunity for entrepreneurs to learn about LIDE Emirates and its goals, and to network with other business leaders in the region.
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A precise UAE setup defines execution speed and long-term market access.
​In the 2026 business landscape, architectural clarity remains a premium asset. LIDE Emirates provides the strategic criteria for choosing between Free Zone and Mainland structures, focusing on the variables that impact the P&L.
​Our latest feature outlines the essential framework for:
• Substance and Governance requirements (Corporate Tax 0%).
• Sector-specific cluster density.
• Go-to-market architecture and friction reduction.
​Mastering the institutional rhythm of the Emirates begins with intelligence-driven decisions.
​Full article link in bio.
​#LIDEEmirates #UAEBusiness #BrazilUAE #UAEFreeZone #ProfitAndLoss
The formalization of the C-390 Millennium agreement marks a new era of industrial synergy between Brazil and the UAE.
​Signed during the "Make in the UAE" forum in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the partnership between the Tawazun Council and Embraer underscores the reliability of Brazilian aerospace technology.
​The agreement encompasses:
• Delivery of 10 C-390 Millennium aircraft;
• Full-scale MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) infrastructure;
• Integration with local defense industries to foster production.
​Precision and shared strategic vision serve as the foundation of this bilateral success.
​#LIDEEmirates #Embraer #C390Millennium #UAEInnovation #Leadership2026
Building the future requires a synergy between education, innovation, and leadership.
​LIDE Emirates is proud to announce a strategic partnership with @hct_uae and @certuae , the UAE’s leaders in applied technology and workforce development. Together with the Abu Dhabi Government, we are advancing the educational and innovative landscape of the Emirates.
​This agreement focuses on the sectors defining the global economy:
• Artificial Intelligence
• Agribusiness & AgriTech
• eSports
​Brazil’s position as an agribusiness powerhouse makes this a natural bridge for food security and sustainable farming innovation in the region. We are turning these ambitions into action by fostering a high-level exchange of talent and technology.
​Connect with LIDE Emirates to explore this new frontier.
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Mastering the UAE ecosystem requires a deep understanding of its institutional rhythm.
​In the 2026 business landscape, clarity is a premium asset. We have analyzed the core "Myths vs. Facts" of the Emirati market to ensure your expansion is backed by precision.
From boardroom mandates to the evolution of Free Zones, this guide provides the intelligence necessary for high-level success.
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​#LIDEEmirates #DubaiBusiness #BrazilUAE #GulfIntelligence #CulturalAdvantage
One of the most powerful business networks in the world, connecting leaders across continents.
Rodrigo Paiva, President of LIDE Emirates, met with Venceslau Andrade, President of LIDE Angola, the newest unit of the network.
The official launch of LIDE Angola will take place in Luanda this year. In parallel, a LIDE Angola x LIDE Emirates event is already confirmed in Dubai.
The opportunity is clear. UAE–Angola trade is on the rise, while Brazil–Angola trade exceeds USD 1.5 billion annually.
Through LIDE, these connections turn into deals, investments, and real business across markets.
Zakat is often understood as an individual obligation. In practice, it operates within a broader economic and social architecture.
In the UAE, structured giving intersects with governance, philanthropy and institutional design. Wealth circulation contributes to cohesion, and cohesion reinforces stability in a rapidly diversifying economy.
This dynamic helps explain how high-growth environments can maintain long-term balance while advancing ambitious development strategies.
Reading the Gulf requires more than macroeconomic indicators. It requires understanding how cultural principles shape institutional outcomes.
Through LIDE Emirates, Brazilian executives access that broader interpretation.
Stay connected for strategic insights on the region’s economic architecture.
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During a recent LIDE Mato Grosso forum, Henrique Meirelles, former Minister of Finance of Brazil (2016–2018) and former Governor of the Central Bank (2003–2010), reflected on the importance of elevating economic discussions beyond short-term dynamics.
In his remarks, he emphasized the role of structured debate in shaping long-term strategic direction, particularly in moments that define the future trajectory of a country.
Platforms like LIDE create the conditions for this level of dialogue, bringing together business and public sector leaders to engage on economic priorities, governance and long-term vision.
For international audiences, conversations like these offer insight into how leadership perspectives are formed within Brazil’s institutional and economic landscape.
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At a LIDE Business Lunch held today in São Paulo, Gilberto Kassab, National President of PSD, engaged with business leaders on structural themes related to Brazil’s political and institutional landscape.
Among the topics discussed was the potential adoption of a district-based voting system, presented within a broader reflection on representation, governance and the relationship between voters and elected officials.
The discussion also addressed how electoral systems can influence accountability, institutional performance and the quality of public decision-making over time.
Forums like LIDE play a key role in fostering dialogue between the private sector and public leadership on issues that shape the country’s long-term institutional framework.
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#LIDEEmirates #BrazilUAE #GilbertoKassab #Governance #BusinessLeadership
Today, LIDE Emirates gathered with H.E. Mohamed Juma Al Musharrkh, CEO of Invest in Sharjah, for a high-level discussion on the current landscape and strategic opportunities.
Our President, Rodrigo Paiva @rodrigopaiva.ae , joined alongside Narish Nathan, Board Member of LIDE Emirates and CEO of Eversendai.
Key topics included the strategic role of Khor Fakkan Port in global trade routes and how Sharjah is positioning itself with the launch of the UAE’s first industrial freehold development.
A clear positioning move. Those paying attention already understand.
The 15th LIDE Brazil Investment Forum, taking place in New York on May 12, is now fully booked.
Bringing together over 400 business leaders, policymakers and institutional representatives, the forum will convene one of the most relevant gatherings of Brazilian leadership during the Brazilian Week in New York.
The agenda includes the participation of leading political figures connected to the 2026 presidential cycle, alongside executives and decision-makers shaping Brazil’s economic outlook.
Held at the @harvardclubnyc , the forum reflects the importance of structured dialogue between the public and private sectors in defining long-term perspectives for the country.
LIDE continues to play a central role in convening leaders at the intersection of business, government and global capital, fostering high-level dialogue that connects Brazil to the world.
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Happy Birthday to Charlie Patel, Chairman of Decisive Zone.
Wishing you a year ahead filled with success and new milestones.
We are proud to have Decisive Zone as a sponsor and valued partner of LIDE Emirates.
