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The summit brought together tourism ministers, government leaders, and investors from across

Africa. The summit highlights the UAE’s leadership in shaping global tourism and promoting
sustainable, inclusive growth.

Broadening ties and exploring new avenues

During the meeting, which took place at Expo City Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed welcomed the
delegates attending the summit to the UAE, emphasising the importance of shared visions and

innovative ideas to further advance economic and development partnerships with African
countries and to consolidate the foundations of existing partnerships.

He said that the tourism sector in particular presented significant scope to drive sustainable
growth and cultural ties between peoples.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid praised the growing role of the African continent in shaping the

future of the global economy, and the abundant opportunities and potential it presented. He
emphasised that cooperation between the UAE and Africa in tourism investment represents a vital

model for economic integration based on a shared vision and mutual interests.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said, “Tourism is a vital contributor to our national economy and a
sector that offers tremendous opportunities for continued growth and new partnerships. The UAE-

Africa partnership holds immense promise and has always been characterised by a shared belief in
discovering new avenues for cooperation to shape a better tomorrow.”

During the meeting, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid was briefed on the key areas of discussion

during the summit, which was attended by more than 350 leaders, senior government officials,
ministers, decision-makers, as well as investors and entrepreneurs from the UAE and 53 African

countries.

The discussions focused on steps to strengthen economic and tourism ties between the UAE and

Africa and explore new areas to expand cooperation and drive growth. This renewed impetus to
broaden ties will serve to attract fresh investments into diverse sectors, notably tourism,
supporting the development aspirations of countries across the African continent.

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