Tariq Zekra Chosen as Official Representative at LIVEX × Abu Dhabi Municipality — A New Chapter in Abu Dhabi’s Global Investment Story
“Huge thanks to LIVEX and Abu Dhabi Municipality for trusting me and choosing me to be one of their representatives at the upcoming event ( Abu Dhabi Investment Event ) , taking place from September 29 to October 1.
I’m truly honored to be part of this incredible platform and to stand alongside some of the region’s most influential leaders and inspiring personalities, bringing together investment, ideas, experiences, and forward-thinking visions under the umbrella of our global city, Abu Dhabi.
I’m genuinely excited for the experience, the meaningful conversations, and the opportunity to build new connections that can contribute to shaping the future of investment and innovation.
Thank you, LIVEX and Abu Dhabi Municipality, for this opportunity and for your trust. The best is yet to come.”
— Tariq Zekra | @the_realtariq
In a career defined by milestone recognitions — Forbes Middle East, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Aldar Ambassador, Top 100 Most Influential Real Estate Personalities in the Arab World — this latest announcement carries a significance that goes beyond real estate.
Tariq Zekra has been personally selected by LIVEX and Abu Dhabi Municipality to serve as one of their official representatives at one of the most significant investment and innovation events Abu Dhabi has hosted in 2026 — running from September 29 to October 1.
This is not just another speaking engagement. This is a recognition by Abu Dhabi’s municipal leadership that Tariq Zekra is not simply a real estate professional — he is a genuine ambassador for Abu Dhabi’s global investment vision, its future, and its people.
What Is LIVEX — And Why This Event Matters
LIVEX is one of the region’s most forward-thinking platforms — bringing together the Arab world’s and the globe’s most influential leaders, investors, innovators, and personalities under one umbrella for a multi-day experience of ideas, investment conversations, and meaningful connection.
The partnership with Abu Dhabi Municipality elevates this event to a level of institutional significance that is rarely seen in the regional events landscape. Abu Dhabi Municipality — the official governing body responsible for urban planning, development, and municipal affairs in Abu Dhabi — is not an organization that lends its name to events casually.
When Abu Dhabi Municipality co-organizes and endorses an event, it is making a statement: this gathering matters to the city. The conversations happening here will contribute to shaping Abu Dhabi’s future. The people on this platform represent Abu Dhabi’s values, vision, and ambition on a global stage.
And Tariq Zekra has been chosen to be one of those people.
Why Tariq Zekra Was Chosen — The Recognition Behind the Selection
The selection of Tariq Zekra as an official representative of LIVEX and Abu Dhabi Municipality is not a coincidence. It is the result of a career built on a single, unwavering commitment — to be a genuine, credible, and impactful ambassador for Abu Dhabi and its global ambitions.
Consider the full picture of what Tariq brings to this platform:
He is the official representative of Abu Dhabi’s property sector — the title that defines his mission to showcase Abu Dhabi to the world as a premier real estate and investment destination.
He is the Forbes Middle East Most Influential Real Estate Broker in Abu Dhabi — recognized by the world’s most authoritative business media platform as the defining figure in the UAE capital’s property market.
He is the Official Aldar Ambassador — personally designated by Abu Dhabi’s most prestigious developer as the highest-trust representative of their brand and vision.
He is one of the Top 100 Most Influential Real Estate Personalities in the Arab World — a regional recognition that places him among the most impactful voices in a market spanning 400 million people.
And he has been personally acknowledged by His Highness Sheikh Khalid Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, for operating within Abu Dhabi’s regulated real estate market with integrity and professionalism.
When LIVEX and Abu Dhabi Municipality sought representatives who embody Abu Dhabi’s investment vision, its professional standards, and its global ambitions — Tariq Zekra was the natural choice.
What the Event Represents — Investment, Ideas, and Abu Dhabi’s Global Vision
The LIVEX × Abu Dhabi Municipality event — running September 29 to October 1, 2026 — is built around four pillars that Tariq described directly in his announcement:
Investment
Abu Dhabi is one of the world’s most dynamic investment destinations — attracting record international capital across real estate, technology, energy, and finance. This event brings together the investors, developers, and decision-makers shaping the next chapter of that story.
Ideas
The most powerful investment opportunities of the future are being shaped by ideas today. The LIVEX platform creates the environment for those ideas to be shared, challenged, refined, and connected with the capital and leadership that can bring them to life.
Experiences
Beyond presentations and panels — this event is designed to create genuine, memorable experiences that deepen the connections between Abu Dhabi’s global community of leaders and innovators.
Forward-Thinking Visions
Abu Dhabi’s Vision 2030 is not just a government document. It is a living, evolving ambition that is being shaped by the conversations, decisions, and relationships forming right now. The LIVEX × Abu Dhabi Municipality event is one of the most important forums for those conversations in 2026.
What Tariq Will Bring to the LIVE X Platform
As an official representative of LIVEX and Abu Dhabi Municipality, Tariq Zekra brings to the September 29 to October 1 event something genuinely rare — the combination of on-the-ground real estate expertise, authentic Emirati identity, and a proven track record of connecting Abu Dhabi’s investment story with a global audience.
His presence at this event serves multiple purposes:
Representing Abu Dhabi’s Real Estate Investment Vision
As the official representative of Abu Dhabi’s property sector, Tariq is uniquely positioned to articulate the investment case for Abu Dhabi real estate to the event’s audience of regional and international leaders and investors.
Building New Connections for Abu Dhabi
As Tariq confirmed in his own words — he is genuinely excited for the opportunity to build new connections that can contribute to shaping the future of investment and innovation. Every relationship forged at this event is a potential bridge between Abu Dhabi and the wider world of global capital.
Amplifying Abu Dhabi’s Global City Status
Under the umbrella of Abu Dhabi as a global city — Tariq’s participation extends Abu Dhabi’s reach and influence into communities and networks that may not yet fully appreciate the city’s extraordinary investment potential.
The Bigger Picture — What This Recognition Means for Abu Dhabi
Every time Tariq Zekra is selected for a platform of this significance — whether Forbes Middle East, the Crown Prince’s personal acknowledgment, the Aldar Ambassadorship, or now LIVEX × Abu Dhabi Municipality — the impact extends far beyond his personal career.
Each recognition is a signal to the global investment community that Abu Dhabi’s real estate market is mature, professional, and represented by individuals of genuine credibility and integrity.
When LIVE X and Abu Dhabi Municipality choose Tariq as their representative, they are not just honoring one person. They are making a statement about the quality of Abu Dhabi’s investment ecosystem — and the caliber of the professionals who champion it.
For international investors considering Abu Dhabi for the first time — this is the clearest possible signal that the city’s investment market is backed by leadership, guided by vision, and represented by people who genuinely believe in its extraordinary potential.
Tariq’s Vision for the Event — “The Best Is Yet to Come”
The closing line of Tariq’s announcement — delivered with characteristic confidence and forward-looking energy — captures his entire approach to every platform, every recognition, and every opportunity:
“The best is yet to come.”
For anyone who has followed Tariq Zekra’s journey — from his early days in UAE sales development, through 25 years of building Hero Real Estate, to Forbes recognition, Crown Prince acknowledgment, Aldar Ambassadorship, Top 100 Arab World status, and now official representation at LIVEX × Abu Dhabi Municipality — this statement is not a platitude.
It is a track record speaking.
Every chapter of Tariq’s career has been followed by a more significant one. Every recognition has opened the door to a larger platform. Every connection has contributed to a wider, more impactful mission.
The LIVEX × Abu Dhabi Municipality event — September 29 to October 1, 2026 — is the next chapter. And if history is any guide, what follows it will be even more extraordinary.
Follow Tariq’s Journey at LIVEX — September 29 to October 1
For clients, investors, and followers of Tariq Zekra — the LIVEX × Abu Dhabi Municipality event represents a unique opportunity to see Abu Dhabi’s most trusted real estate expert on one of the region’s most prestigious platforms.
Follow Tariq’s coverage of the event live across his social media channels — and reach out directly to explore how Abu Dhabi’s extraordinary investment vision can work for your own property and investment goals.
