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continue to establish operational bases in Abu Dhabi, taking advantage of its modern infrastructure and flexible

regulatory framework that supports ease of doing business and regional growth.

The UAE-Korea Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is expected to further integrate Emirati

suppliers into Korean value chains and open new avenues for strategic cooperation built on innovation and joint
investment.

The Abu Dhabi Chamber registered an 11.1% increase in South Korean companies joining its membership in 2024
compared to 2023, underscoring Abu Dhabi’s rising profile as a global business hub. In parallel, Emirati companies

operate actively in South Korea across more than eight key sectors, including retail, ICT, port operations, shipping

and logistics, and advanced manufacturing.

Ali Mohamed Al Marzooqi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Chamber, and Yoon Jin Sik, Chairman of KITA,
underscored the importance of deepening economic ties between Abu Dhabi and Korea. They pointed to innovation

and diversification as essential drivers creating new opportunities for trade, investment, and sustainable private sector

growth across regional and global markets.

Ali Mohamed Al Marzooqi said: “Bringing our business communities together reflects the Abu Dhabi Chamber’s

strategic commitment to enabling global partnerships that unlock growth, expand market access, and support the
ambitions of the private sector. Our collaboration with the Korea International Trade Association highlights a shared

vision for innovation and diversification and reinforces Abu Dhabi’s role as a leading platform for South Korean

companies looking to grow their presence across regional and international markets.”

With over 158,000 member companies, the Abu Dhabi Chamber serves as the collective voice of the emirate’s private

sector. It represents business interests, advocates for policies aligned with economic priorities, and works to enhance
the competitiveness of Abu Dhabi’s business ecosystem in line with investment and sustainable growth objectives.

Beyond policy advocacy, the Chamber provides a wide range of support services, including market intelligence, legal
consultation, business advisory, and global networking platforms designed to help companies connect with partners

and seize opportunities locally and worldwide.

Through its cooperation with KITA, representing over 73,000 member companies, the Chamber is building a stronger

bridge between the two business communities. This partnership opens new avenues in investment and innovation,
leveraging Abu Dhabi’s promising economy and advancing the Chamber’s roadmap to support diversification, global

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