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9/11/24, 5:00 PM UAE reaffirms commitment to strengthening Arab economic cooperation
Al Kait noted that the topics under consideration would help chart a course for more effective Arab
collaboration, tapping into the region's rich resources and potential.

The two-day meeting will focus on key areas, including the economic and social files to be

presented at the upcoming Arab League Summit in Baghdad in 2025.

The meeting will also discuss the Greater Arab Free Trade Area and developments in the Arab
Customs Union, alongside challenges and opportunities in enhancing intra-Arab trade and
investment. Additionally, the committee will review proposals to strengthen cooperation in sectors
like tourism, antiquities, and space research, among others.

Al Kait underscored the importance of these discussions in aligning member states' economic

strategies and turning Arab nations into influential economic players on the global stage. He called
for ongoing efforts to build on these initiatives, highlighting the need for innovative approaches that
align with the Arab League's broader objectives.

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