Arab Innovator Competition in China
An annual initiative launched by GrowFast platform to discover and nurture young Arab talents and innovators in various fields, encouraging them to transform their innovative ideas into projects with tangible economic and social impact.
Registration Closed
Thank you for your interest. Registration for this edition of the Arab Innovator Competition is now closed. Follow us to hear about upcoming editions.
About the Competition
The Arab Innovator Competition in China is an annual initiative launched by the GrowFast platform to discover and nurture young Arab talents and innovators in various fields, encouraging them to transform their innovative ideas into projects with tangible economic and social impact.
Strategic Vision
The strategic vision of the competition is to serve the Arab community in China by finding innovative solutions to local challenges and enhancing knowledge exchange with the Chinese innovation ecosystem.
Target Categories
University Students
Researchers
Entrepreneurs
Startup Founders
Youth Interested in Innovation and Technology
Participation Requirements
- The participant must be a resident of the People's Republic of China.
- Registration and membership on the GrowFast website via growfastcn.com is required.
- Complete the registration form with all required information accurately and correctly.
- Applications can be submitted individually or as a team of no more than 4 members.
- Submissions are accepted in Arabic or English only.
- Projects that conflict with laws or ethical values will not be accepted.
- The competition committee reserves the right to disqualify any submission that does not meet the criteria without prior notice.
- In the first phase, participants are allowed to submit multiple projects, but in the second phase, only one project per participant will be nominated to continue in the final stages.
- The prize may be canceled if there are no projects that meet the competition's objectives or if the eligibility and required conditions are not met. The committee's decision is final.
Competition Timeline
A comprehensive journey from registration to final results
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1
Registration Start Phase 115 October 2025
Competition opens for applications
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2
Registration and Submission Deadline Phase 25 November 2025
Deadline for submissions
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3
Qualified Projects Announcement Phase 39 November 2025
Selected projects announced
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4
Guidance and Preparation Phase Phase 410 November - 5 December 2025
Mentorship and project development
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5
Project Submission Phase 505 December 2025
Final project presentations due
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6
Final Projects Presentation Phase 609 December 2025
Expert panel evaluation
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7
Final Ceremony and Results Announcement Final Phase20 December 2025
Awards ceremony and winners announcement
Evaluation Criteria
Projects are evaluated based on innovation, feasibility, impact, and presentation quality.
Innovation & Creativity
Originality and uniqueness of the idea, creative approach to problem-solving
Feasibility & Implementation
Practical viability, technical feasibility, and realistic implementation plan
Impact & Value
Social and economic impact, added value to the community and market
Presentation & Communication
Quality of presentation, clarity of communication, and professionalism
Prizes and Benefits
Winners receive comprehensive support including funding, incubation, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
Financial Support
Monetary prizes to support project development and implementation
Incubation Program
Access to GrowFast incubation program with resources and workspace
Expert Mentorship
Guidance from industry experts and successful entrepreneurs
Networking Opportunities
Connect with investors, partners, and the innovation ecosystem
Registration Closed
Thank you for your interest. Registration for this edition of the Arab Innovator Competition is now closed. Follow us to hear about upcoming editions.
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