Arif Amiri

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Arif Amiri is the Chief Executive Officer of DIFC Authority where he is responsible for setting the strategy and growth direction of the Authority. Under his leadership, DIFC has emerged as a powerful catalyst for the financial services sector, as well as the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region.

Mr. Amiri’s vision for DIFC builds on the UAE’s commitment to innovation and economic diversification. Since taking office as the Chief Executive in 2014, he has been delivering on this vision by spearheading the DIFC’s drive to advance the innovation agenda and accelerate digital transformation across the entire financial ecosystem. He focuses on ensuring DIFC remains at the forefront of delivering new opportunities for economic growth. Due to his efforts, DIFC is now also recognised as the leading future of finance hub in the MEASA region.

Mr. Amiri oversees the alignment of the Centre’s role as a major component of Dubai’s Future District, which will support the UAE’s strategic direction for the next 50 years, further enhance the DIFC’s position as a global financial centre, accelerate the advancement of the economy and develop the next generation of financial talent.
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