UIBC-UC renews partnership with Expand North Star to boost UAE–India startup collaboration, innovation, and digital growth.
Dubai: The UAE India Business Council – UAE Chapter (UIBC-UC) has renewed its strategic alliance with Expand North Star, the world’s largest platform for startups and investors, organised by the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy. Now in its second year as a Community Partner, UIBC-UC strengthens its mission to support UAE India startups, cross-border innovation, and bilateral entrepreneurship.
Expand North Star 2025, scheduled from 12–15 October at Dubai Harbour, celebrates its 10th edition with expanded outreach across Asia, Africa, and Europe. Yet, Dubai remains the anchor of this fast-evolving startup ecosystem. UIBC-UC’s continued participation bridges the UAE’s innovation ambition with India’s vibrant startup talent, enabling access to capital, market networks, and mentorship.
UIBC-UC Chairman Faizal Kottikollon noted, “ENS is more than an event—it’s a dynamic launchpad for founders. The UAE offers Indian entrepreneurs policy support, investor readiness, and infrastructure to scale globally.”
Through its 15-member bilateral network of Indian and Emirati business leaders, UIBC-UC plays a pivotal role in expanding trade, investment, and knowledge exchange. The partnership also reflects the UAE’s strategic focus on becoming a global digital economy hub.
At ENS 2025, UIBC-UC will host curated engagements around Gitex ScaleX, Green Impact, and Artificial Imagination, aligning with national innovation priorities. This collaboration is supported by dedicated teams from both organisations, including Kshitij Korde, Neha Sahni, Simar Kaur, and Alexandra Nunes, Teena Tolani Thawani, among others.
UIBC-UC’s recent academic partnerships with SP Jain and Abu Dhabi School of Management further cement its role in building a sustainable UAE–India innovation corridor.
As ENS gathers global founders this October, UIBC-UC’s vision for deeper UAE India startup collaboration enters a new chapter of inclusive growth and economic leadership.
