Dubai, (AG/IINA) : The Third Global Islamic Economy Summit (GIES) will begin in Dubai on Tuesday, focusing on challenges that face the economy, along with strengthening cooperation in a bid to find sustainable solutions, WAM reported.

Themed “Inspiring Change,” the summit will be held under the patronage of Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

The summit is organized by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre, with Thomson Reuters as a partner.

The summit is expected to attract more than 3,000 influential leaders, decision makers, academics in elites from prestigious universities, and experts from key economic sectors. President of the Republic of Mauritius Amina Gharib will be one of the keynote speakers.