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He noted that the participation of over 20 African ministers in discussions on enhancing the
tourism sector highlights the UAE’s pivotal role in supporting effective and sustainable investments

in Africa.
The Minister of Economy and Tourism emphasised that the UAE serves as a leading and strategic

partner in African investment, with economic and investment ties expanding rapidly. He pointed

out that tourism ranks among the top five Emirati investment sectors in Africa, alongside energy,
infrastructure, logistics, and real estate.

He stressed that tourism and investment partnerships with African nations are a strategic pillar for

expanding opportunities for Emirati companies, opening new markets, and facilitating knowledge
exchange, all of which strengthen economic integration and national competitiveness.

The minister added that, under the guidance of the UAE’s wise leadership, the country remains

committed to its role as an active development partner. Hosting the summit, he said, reflects the
UAE’s commitment to enhancing its investment presence and fostering productive partnerships, to

create a new tourism investment map linking the UAE and Africa, and elevating bilateral relations to
new levels of progress and prosperity.

On the domestic front, Bin Touq highlighted the summit’s importance in showcasing promising

investment opportunities within the UAE’s markets, particularly in business tourism, luxury hotels,
and sustainable and eco-tourism.

He revealed that tourism investments in the UAE reached AED28.8 billion in 2023, rose to AED32.2

billion in 2024, and are expected to reach AED35.2 billion in 2025, reflecting the country’s ongoing
efforts to provide exceptional investment opportunities.

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