Abu Dhabi's absence at the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh has caught attention as important figures from the emirate are missing from the event.
The lack of participation from Abu Dhabi highlights the increasing competition between the two cities as they compete for influence in the global investment landscape.
In the past, Abu Dhabi has been well-represented at the FII, but this year's turnout suggests a change in dynamics within the region's financial sector.