The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has partnered with Primavera Capital (Primavera), a leading global investment management firm, to drive increased cross-border capital flows, deepen investor partnerships and expand the footprint of global companies in Abu Dhabi.
Announced at Abu Dhabi Finance Week, the partnership boosts ADIO’s commitment to forging high-impact relationships that strengthen the Fintech, Insurance, Digital and Alternative Investments (FIDA) cluster.
FIDA cluster is a strategic platform focused on building the financial infrastructure, global partnerships and regulatory connectivity needed to position Abu Dhabi as a global center for capital deployment, innovation and long-term economic value creation.
Primavera Capital, established in 2010, specializes in private equity, venture capital, credit, and strategic investments. It manages capital for global institutions and sovereign wealth funds, focusing on long-term value creation. The partnership with ADIO aims to unlock investment pathways between Asia, the Middle East, and the world.
Together, they will expand Primavera’s presence in Abu Dhabi, leveraging its capital markets and international connectivity. The collaboration will enhance financial offerings and deepen ties with local investors. Primavera’s portfolio, including tech, healthcare, and sustainability firms, will scale in Abu Dhabi, aligning with the emirate’s diversification strategy.
Both partners will enhance Abu Dhabi’s financial infrastructure by expanding capital market offerings, creating shared investment platforms, and broadening the investor base. This aligns with ADIO’s efforts to attract top financial institutions and strengthen the emirate’s innovation ecosystem.
HE Badr Al-Olama Director General – ADIO
“This partnership with Primavera exemplifies Abu Dhabi’s ambition to be at the forefront of global capital flows. By collaborating with one of the world’s most respected investment management firms, we are unlocking access to an unparalleled global network of companies, entrepreneurs and investors while accelerating the emirate’s economic transformation and positioning Abu Dhabi as a launchpad for future-defining industries.”
Philip Hu, Founding Member and Managing Director of Primavera Capital, noted that, “Abu Dhabi is emerging as one of the world’s most exciting investment centers. Our collaboration with ADIO reflects a shared commitment to long-term value creation and economic impact. Through this partnership, we look forward to connecting Primavera’s portfolio companies and global ecosystem with one of the world’s most dynamic and forward-looking economies.”
The collaboration highlights a mutual commitment to long-term capital, strategic alignment, and market relevance, positioning Abu Dhabi as a hub for next-generation global growth.
