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IFIA Magazine March 2025

IIFME 2025:

A Landmark Edition Celebrating

15 Years of Innovation

The 15th International Invention Fair of the Middle East (IIFME), held
from February 16th to 19th, 2025, marked a significant milestone in its
legacy as one of the most prestigious invention exhibitions in the region.
Organized by the Kuwait Science Club under the esteemed Patronage of
His Highness, the Emir of Kuwait, the event reaffirmed its status as a
premier platform for innovators and researchers worldwide.
Since its inception in 2007, IIFME has played a crucial role in fostering
creativity, encouraging scientific progress, and connecting inventors
with investors and industry leaders. This year’s edition saw participation
from 42 countries, hosting 180 inventors who collectively showcased
230 groundbreaking inventions. The exhibition once again solidified
its reputation as a catalyst for global innovation and technological
advancement.
The event was organized in collaboration with esteemed international
organizations, including the International Federation of Inventors’
Associations (IFIA), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO),
UNESCO, and the International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva. This
high-profile partnership underscored the fair’s international standing
and commitment to excellence in invention and innovation.
Throughout the four-day event, IIFME provided a unique environment
where young innovators, academic institutions, and research
professionals could present their pioneering ideas. The exhibition
highlighted Kuwait’s dedication to scientific development and
innovation, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to supporting
inventors on an international scale.
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