Blitz Bureau
THE 26th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) in Dubai attracted 50,598 visitors from around the world. The event saw the strong Indian presence with 29 leading companies participating in the Indian pavilion.
Sunjay Sudhir, Ambassador of India to the UAE, highlighted the significance of Indian participation at WETEX 2024. He emphasised that the companies in the Indian pavilion are demonstrating advanced technologies and sustainable projects that support the green economy and contribute to realizing the Sustainable Development Goals.
The robust Indian presence at WETEX reflects the flourishing UAEIndia economic relationship, which has gained momentum since the implementation of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in May 2022.
Trade volume between the two nations reached an impressive $84.5 billion from April 2022 to March 2023, with projections suggesting it could hit $100 billion by 2027. The UAE has emerged as a significant investor in India, ranking seventh with investments totalling $18 billion in 2023.
The three-day WETEX from October 1 to 3, organized by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), showcased the latest technologies in energy, water, clean and renewable energy, digital transformation, cyber security, smart and sustainable cities, smart grids, green mobility, health and safety at home and in the work environment, and sustainability in the oil and gas sector.
This year’s edition witnessed the participation of 2,800 exhibitors from 65 countries. The exhibition hosted 21 international pavilions from 14 countries. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised WETEX under the directives of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice- President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and the patronage of Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy.
On the sidelines of the 26th WETEX, more than 130 specialised sessions and panel discussions were held, featuring leading experts and specialists from around the world. These sessions highlighted innovation, sustainability, clean energy, electric vehicles (EVs), water treatment and waste management, green mobility, climate strategies, digital integration in energy, decarbonisation, climate finance, digital transformation, smart cities, emerging technologies, as well as environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations and more.
