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UAE participates in 3rd Arab Economy and

Cooperation Forum with Central Asian States and

Azerbaijan

DOHA / WAM

The UAE delegation participated in the third session of the Arab Economy and Cooperation Forum with
Central Asian States and the Republic of Azerbaijan, held in Doha under the theme ‘Prospects for mutual

cooperation amidst challenges and aspirations’. The country’s delegation was represented at the forum by
Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, and Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri,

Minister of Economy.
Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the Arab League, Arab ministers for foreign affairs, finance and
economy, as well as the ministers of foreign affairs, finance and economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan,

Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyz Republic and Kazakhstan attended the forum. Bin Touq emphasised that
the UAE reaffirms its commitment to strengthening economic cooperation between Arab countries, Central

Asian countries and Azerbaijan and exchanging best practices and experiences in all economic activities
and fields. Moreover, the UAE remains keen to open new development prospects and create future
opportunities that contribute to the development of Arab and Central Asian economies.

In his speech at the meeting, the UAE Minister of Economy said, “The UAE enjoys strong strategic
economic and political relations with the Central Asian States and the Republic of Azerbaijan, and the
developmental aspirations of both sides meet in a number of areas of mutual interest.”

“This will drive continued cooperation and exchange of experiences in the interest of all Arab countries,
Central Asian States and Azerbaijan.” He further noted that the meeting is an important milestone in

promoting joint economic cooperation in various economic sectors by effectively capitalising on the
opportunities and strengths enjoyed by Arab countries, Central Asian States and Azerbaijan.
Bin Touq continued: “In light of the current global economic challenges, we believe it is important to

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