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Press Release

Economic Integration Committee reviews latest developments in the

enhancement of economic legislation to bolster competitiveness of

the UAE’s business environment

Latest meeting chaired by H.E. Bin Touq evaluates progress made by the UAE
Circular Economy Council

Abu Dhabi, 18 April 2025:

The Economic Integration Committee held its third meeting for the year 2025, chaired by H.E.
Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy. It was attended by H.E. Dr Thani bin Ahmed
Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and H.E. Alia bint Abdulla Al Mazrouei, Minister
of State for Entrepreneurship, along with the directors general of the Economic Development
Departments across the UAE.

The meeting reviewed the latest developments in the advancement of several economic laws and
their significance in enhancing the competitiveness of the UAE’s business environment and
supporting its transition towards a new economic model based on knowledge and innovation.
Additionally, it assessed the progress made by the Committee in implementing the outcomes and
recommendations from the second meeting of 2025.

H.E. Bin Touq stated that the UAE, thanks to the directives of its wise leadership, has made
significant strides in building an advanced economic legislative framework characterized by
flexibility and stability. This ensures an ideal and attractive economic environment for investors,
entrepreneurs, and business owners from around the world, boosting national economic growth.

In this context, His Excellency highlighted the key role played by the Economic Integration
Committee in continually enhancing the UAE’s economic legislation and policies, adopting
innovative national initiatives, and enhancing cooperation and coordination with partners at both
federal and local levels. These efforts have ensured greater alignment and coherence across the
country’s legislative and regulatory landscape, given that the UAE has introduced over 30
economic laws and resolutions in the past four years.

The Minister of Economy said: “The UAE is ushering in a new phase focused on strengthening the
competitiveness of its legislative environment in line with global best practices. This follows the
Cabinet’s approval of an integrated smart legislative system to guide the development of legislation
and regulations across the UAE Government. Powered by artificial intelligence and advanced

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