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UAE, Albania convene inaugural Joint Economic

Committee in Tirana

22 Nov 2024 15:56
TIRANA (WAM)

The UAE and Albania have strengthened their economic partnership with the launch of their
inaugural Joint Economic Committee (JEC).

The meeting, held in Tirana, marks a new chapter in bilateral trade and investment relations
between the two countries, focusing on priority sectors including renewable energy, logistics,
infrastructure, agriculture, food security, and technology.

The meeting was co-chaired by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade,
and Belinda Balluku, Albania's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Energy,
with the participation of senior officials and private sector representatives from both countries
including Juma Al Kait, Assistant Undersecretary for International Trade Affairs at the Ministry of
Economy; Blendi Gonxhja, Albanian Minister of Economy, Culture and Innovation; and Albanian
Deputy Ministers of Economy, Culture and Innovation Sokol Duma and Enkelejd Musabelliu.

"The UAE and Albania enjoy a growing strategic partnership, driven by a shared commitment to
fostering economic growth and sustainable development," said Al Zeyoudi. "The launch of the Joint
Economic Committee provides a vital platform to turn our shared vision into tangible results. By
aligning our priorities in key sectors such as renewable energy, logistics, agriculture, and advanced

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