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About Us · Our Story

Our Story

Connecting Arab Markets with North America

A growing international platform where business, investment, tourism and culture come together to create meaningful opportunities.

Our Story

Built to Connect. Created to Grow.

Arab-America International Expo was created with a clear purpose: to build a professional bridge between the Arab world and North America.

The journey began with our inaugural event in Dearborn, Michigan, in 2025, which brought together exhibitors, institutions, publishers, cultural organizations, community leaders and visitors from the United States and the Arab world.

Building on that foundation, the Expo is evolving into a broader international platform focused on business, investment, tourism and cultural exchange.

The next edition, AAI Expo 2027 in Washington, D.C., will bring companies, investors, government and trade organizations, tourism authorities, entrepreneurs and communities together in one dynamic marketplace.

Visitors and exhibitors at the inaugural expo in Dearborn, Michigan
Who We Are

Who We Are

Arab-America International Expo is a business-focused international exhibition and networking platform connecting opportunities across Arab and North American markets.

Through country pavilions, corporate exhibits, business forums, investment discussions, tourism showcases and B2B matchmaking, the Expo helps participating organizations build visibility, develop partnerships and access new markets.

Business

Creating trade, distribution, franchising and partnership opportunities.

Investment

Connecting investors with companies, projects and emerging markets.

Tourism

Promoting destinations, hospitality, airlines and travel partnerships.

Culture

Celebrating heritage, creativity, food and shared community experiences.

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Our Mission

Our Mission

To connect Arab and North American businesses, investors, institutions and communities through a professional international platform that supports trade, investment, tourism, innovation and long-term partnerships.

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Our Vision

Our Vision

To become North America's leading Arab-American platform for business, investment, tourism and cultural exchange — creating lasting connections and opening new opportunities across global markets.

Our Values

Our Values

Connection

Bringing the right people and opportunities together.

Opportunity

Opening pathways to new markets and partnerships.

Collaboration

Encouraging cooperation across industries and countries.

Innovation

Supporting forward-thinking businesses and entrepreneurs.

Cultural Respect

Celebrating the diversity and heritage of participating communities.

Our Journey

Our Journey

  1. 2025

    The inaugural event was held in Dearborn, Michigan.

  2. 2026

    Expansion of the Expo's international business, investment and tourism network.

  3. 2027

    Arab-America International Expo comes to Washington, D.C., USA as a larger international platform.

  4. Future

    Expansion into a recognized year-round platform for Arab-American business and market connections.

2027 Goals

2027 Goals — Projected Reach

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Core Pillars: Business, Investment, Tourism and Culture

These figures are planning targets and projections for the 2027 edition, not confirmed results or confirmed country participation.

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