Africa Spotlight: Critical Minerals, Cargo Flows, and Gulf Partnerships

New investment across Africa’s infrastructure, shipping, and mining industries is transforming trade with the Middle East. With Gulf investors moving into critical minerals and new trade corridors via Gulf ports, this session explores opportunities and challenges in building stronger Africa–Middle East logistics partnerships.

Wednesday 04 February 15:30 - 16:15 Main Stage

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Add to calendar 02/04/2026 15:30 02/04/2026 16:15 Africa Spotlight: Critical Minerals, Cargo Flows, and Gulf Partnerships

New investment across Africa’s infrastructure, shipping, and mining industries is transforming trade with the Middle East. With Gulf investors moving into critical minerals and new trade corridors via Gulf ports, this session explores opportunities and challenges in building stronger Africa–Middle East logistics partnerships.

Main Stage Asia/Dubai

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Moderator

Rafael Vicens

Vice President IMEA, Maersk Project Logistics

Speakers

Hugh Cox

Chief Commercial Officer, RAK Ports