Page 353 - MOET ENGLISH PR REPORT - OCTOBER 2025 (Part 2)

10/17/25, 9:46 AM Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity 2025: UAE minister emphasizes nation's commitment to balanced approach in global ec…
H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, minister of Economy and Tourism, said: “As shifting economic
alliances reshape the global economic order, the UAE continues to turn disruption into opportunity under
the directives of its leadership, strengthening economic openness to the world, forging sustainable
partnerships, and diversifying the national economy. The UAE’s real GDP reached AED455 billion in
the first quarter of 2025, with non-oil sectors accounting for 77.3 percent of output with a 5.3 percent
year-on-year growth, reflecting the success of our vision in transitioning towards a knowledge-based and
sustainable economic model.”

Read more | Global Future Councils 2025: Leaders and experts outline new technological and
ethical framework

Expanding market access

H.E. continued: “In line with the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision, which aims to reinforce the country’s
position as a global partner and an impactful and attractive economic hub, the UAE remains committed
to building bridges of cooperation with key regional and global markets and joining various multilateral
economic blocs. Through outstanding regional partnerships with prominent blocs such as the GCC,
ASEAN, and AfCFTA, we are expanding market access for our business community to new markets
with promising economic and investment opportunities. These efforts are supported by the UAE’s
unique strengths – including its strategic geographic location, world-class logistics, competitive and
flexible business environment and dynamic capital market.”

H.E. Bin Touq further added: “As we continue to expand opportunities and enablers through regional
and global economic agreements and partnerships, we recognize the vital role of such platforms in
finding solutions to address the ongoing global economic and geopolitical shifts. They also contribute to
transforming our shared aspirations into inclusive and sustainable economic growth.”

Liu Qian observed that China follows an approach focused on transforming challenges and difficulties
into qualitative developmental and investment opportunities that strengthen its national economy. She
said that Chinese business activity witnessed significant growth in recent years, with exports to various
countries growing despite several pressures and challenges.

Qian pointed out that with the escalation of competition and significant changes in technology, the world
is witnessing an inevitable trade war. This prompted China to diversify its international economic
relations. She added that China, by closely monitoring global developments and learning from
experiences, has been strengthening commercial partnerships with multiple countries.

Strategic partnerships for prosperity

Juan Carlos addressed the importance of competitiveness and Colombia’s distinctive natural resources,
such as oil, gas, energy, and vast agricultural areas. He said that Colombia is looking to build strategic
partnerships with countries in different regions, such as the UAE, which he sees as a great opportunity
for future prosperity, alongside the increasing interest in the Middle East and Asia.

Carlos pointed out that Colombia focuses on the future in a realistic and practical manner, emphasizing
the importance of respecting the rule of law and working to attract investments that benefit the country

https://economymiddleeast.com/news/global-future-councils-and-cybersecurity-2025-uae-minister-emphasizes-nation-commitment-to-balanced-approa… 2/3