Innovation Diplomacy

Start-Up Nation Central Convenes Officials and Business Leaders for the Third Anniversary of the Abraham Accords

Innovation Diplomacy

September 13, 2023

 

Start-Up Nation Central, a non-profit organization that helps international entities solve global challenges by connecting Israeli innovation to the world, hosted an event featuring remarks from H.E. Khaled Al Jalahma, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the State of Israel; Stephanie Hallett, Chargé d’Affaires at the US Embassy in Israel; and Avi Hasson, CEO of Start-Up Nation Central.

The event focused on the important role that innovation plays in furthering regional collaboration.

Following the opening remarks, participants joined in roundtable discussions led by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office on “How to leverage the Abu Dhabi governmental ecosystem to grow and prosper in the MENA region and Asia”, and one by Bahrain’s Economic Development Board on “Cross-Border Investment and Funding Opportunities- Explore ways to facilitate investments, partnerships and access to capital”. The third roundtable with the Israel Export Institute focused on “Unlocking Innovation in Desert Tech: Exploring Cutting-Edge Solutions for Sustainable Development”. The event included a panel discussion with Israeli companies – TaKaDu, SupPlant, and Rimonim Agro VC – who are successfully operating in the region.

Watch the full event here