Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, has successfully completed its participation at the Milken Institute Global Conference 2026 held in Los Angeles, further strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading global financial hub.
The visit came after a strong month for ADGM, during which eight major international financial institutions managing a combined US$4.4 trillion in assets announced plans to establish operations in Abu Dhabi.
The ADGM delegation was led by Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADGM. During the conference, senior ADGM officials held meetings with global policymakers, institutional investors, and leading asset managers to discuss Abu Dhabi’s growing role in global finance, investment opportunities, and international partnerships.
Speaking during the event, Al Zaabi said the UAE continues to attract global investors because of its stable and future-focused financial environment. He explained that ADGM is focused on building long-term partnerships with global financial institutions and creating a trusted ecosystem supported by clear regulations and strong international connectivity.
He added that ADGM aims to become one of the world’s top five financial centres and continues to see strong interest from global asset managers looking to expand into the region.
During the conference, Al Zaabi also took part in a fireside discussion with Alan Schwartz, Executive Chairman of Guggenheim Partners. The session focused on global financial innovation and Abu Dhabi’s economic transformation.
Al Zaabi highlighted that the UAE’s economic resilience is the result of long-term planning and diversification strategies rather than short-term policies. He revealed that ADGM issued 284 new licences in March 2026, compared to 270 licences during the same period last year, marking a 5.2 percent increase.
He also said ADGM is building a financial centre designed for the future by combining global connectivity, institutional strength, and long-term capital opportunities, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s vision as the “Capital of Capital.”
Several global investment firms recently announced expansion plans within ADGM’s jurisdiction. These include Muzinich & Co., Hillhouse Investment Management, Barings, and Bain Capital.
In addition, Hashed Global Management Limited and Rokos Capital Management received financial services permission from ADGM. Meanwhile, Capital Group and Man Group announced plans to establish offices in Abu Dhabi.
During the Milken conference, ADGM conducted more than 50 high-level meetings with major global institutions, including Blackstone, Carlyle Global Investment Management, Coinbase, and Guggenheim.
The discussions focused on investment partnerships, market entry opportunities in Abu Dhabi, and the benefits of ADGM’s progressive regulatory framework and international business connectivity.
ADGM continues to play a major role in supporting Abu Dhabi’s economic vision by promoting innovation, attracting global investments, and maintaining international financial standards through the direct application of English Common Law.
