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11/11/24, 3:08 PM Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology participates in GCC Trade and Industry Meetings
of MoIAT, and His Excellency Osama Amir Fadhel, Assistant Undersecretary for Industrial Accelerators
at MoIAT.

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The GCC Industrial Cooperation Committee meeting addressed key topics, including the mechanism for
applying standards to define Gulf products. A whitepaper on industrial integration among the GCC
countries was also reviewed in addition to a plan for implementing a unified industrial development
strategy. The Gulf Industrial Excellence Award program also featured during the meeting, with several
companies being recognized for their accomplishments.

Qatar, chair of the current GCC session, hosted the meetings of trade and industry ministers to
strengthen collaboration and integration among members. The meetings provided a platform to
exchange expertise, discuss developments in industrial legislation and regulation, and expand the
GCC’s presence in international and regional forums.

Leadership Greetings

HE Dr. Al Jaber conveyed the greetings of the UAE’s leadership, reaffirming the government’s
commitment to enhancing strategic relations with partners in the Gulf, particularly in terms of industry,
trade, and investment.

He extended his gratitude to Qatar for hosting the meetings, emphasizing the strong ties among GCC
countries: “The GCC has created a model for strengthening economic and development partnerships

while also enhancing private sector participation in sustainable economic growth. The GCC Industrial
Cooperation Committee is committed to promoting the growth of industry, which is a fundamental pillar
of the region’s economies and a key driver of sustainable development.”

Industrial development

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