Ras Al Khaimah: World Cup winner and football legend Andres Iniesta, who recently joined Emirates Football Club in Ras Al Khaimah, where he will be playing a match tomorrow, is set to receive a UAE Golden Visa from Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ). The economic zone will also be sponsoring the training of the Club’s Team 1 which the international player will represent.

The announcement comes on the heels of Iniesta’s special visit to RAKEZ’s Compass Coworking Centre, accompanied by Emirates Club Chairman Yousef Al Batraan, to explore the economic zone’s innovative business strategies and the vast opportunities offered to global investors. He met with the emirate’s business community members while touring the coworking facility.

Commenting on the visit, RAKEZ Group CEO Ramy Jallad said, “It was an honour to host football superstar Andres Iniesta at RAKEZ and extend the esteemed UAE Golden Visa as a token of recognition and our commitment to nurturing global talent. Iniesta embodies the spirit of perseverance and innovation, mirroring RAKEZ’s vision to foster a thriving global business community. Thus, supporting Team 1’s training reflects our dedication to promoting excellence in every field. We are excited about our shared journey ahead.”

During the visit, Iniesta was provided with an overview of the services, business packages, and incentives provided by RAKEZ. As a proactive investor himself with a keen interest in business development, the player was impressed by the welcoming environment of Ras Al Khaimah and expressed his admiration for RAKEZ’s vision, opportunities and support for global entrepreneurs.

RAKEZ continues to establish itself as a prime destination for investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders, offering customisable solutions, world-class facilities, and an environment conducive to business growth. Iniesta’s visit adds to the long list of prominent global personalities who have recognised RAKEZ as a leading economic zone in the region.

Emirates Football Club will square off against Ajman Football Club live in Ras Al Khaimah’s Emirates Club Stadium tomorrow evening and the tickets are available online.

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For more information, please contact:
Cleo Eleazar, Public Relations & Events Manager, RAKEZ
Email: c.eleazar@rakez.com

About Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ):

RAKEZ is a powerhouse business and industrial hub established by the Government of Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates. It currently hosts over 18,000 companies coming from over 100+ countries and operating in more than 50 industries.

RAKEZ offers entrepreneurs, startups, SMEs and manufacturers a wide-range of solutions, including free zone and non-free zone licences, customisable facilities, and first-class services provided in a one-stop shop. Furthermore, RAKEZ has specialised zones that are tailored to specific needs of investors: Al Nakheel and Al Hamra Business Zones for commercial and service companies; Al Ghail, Al Hamra and Al Hulaila Industrial Zones for manufacturers and industrialists; and an Academic Zone for educational providers.

A leading economic zone, RAKEZ aims to continue attracting diversified investment opportunities that will contribute to the economic growth of Ras Al Khaimah.