Mishal Kanoo, chairman of The Kanoo Group, highlighted the importance of enhancing economic relations with the Indian subcontinent to restore investor confidence in the UAE. Amid regional tensions, particularly following Iran's retaliatory strikes on Gulf cities, there has been a noticeable capital flight from the UAE. Kanoo noted that when capital feels threatened, it tends to leave, emphasizing the need for stability and long-term certainty to attract investment. He believes that encouraging Indian businesses to expand operations in the UAE would not only signal a safe environment but also help draw back capital and investors. The Kanoo Group, a prominent family-owned conglomerate, operates in diverse sectors such as energy, travel, and logistics. Kanoo also pointed out that global cities have historically recovered from crises by re-establishing a perception of stability, citing examples like London during WWII and Tokyo after destruction.