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Assistant Professor at AGDA, alongside members of AGDA’s faculty and students, media
representatives, and other esteemed guests from the wider diplomatic and academic communities.

UAE an open, outward-looking nation: Zeyoudi

Commenting on the launch, Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade,
stated: “The United Arab Emirates is an open, outward-looking nation whose exponential growth over
the last five decades has been underpinned by constructive collaboration with the international
community. Our economic ambitions rest on a similar combination of frictionless trade with leading
markets, high-impact investments that prioritise knowledge sharing, strategic FDI into future-focused
industries, and the attraction and retention of global talent.

Ahmed Bin Ali Al Sayegh

"The UAE is now a key bridge between East and West, one that facilitates the exchange of all forms
of capital and supports the participation of emerging economies into global supply chains. Launched
today, the UAE Economic Diplomacy Report encapsulates our nation’s growing standing on the world
stage – and provides a timely reminder of the benefits of cross-border cooperation.”

Reflecting on the UAE’s long-term vision, Ahmed Bin Ali Al Sayegh stated: “The UAE’s role in shaping
a resilient global economy is grounded in its proactive and forward-thinking approach to international
relations. By actively participating in evolving global economic frameworks, the UAE continues to
position itself as a leader in promoting balanced, inclusive partnerships. Modern diplomacy extends

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