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His Excellency Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of

ADDED, said: "Abu Dhabi's soaring 'Falcon Economy' is solidifying

the emirate's status as a rising economic powerhouse and a premier

destination for global talent, high-value investments, and world-

class enterprises. As part of initiatives to future-proof the economy,

we are strengthening partnerships with leading economies and top

trading partners around the globe, as well as investing in advanced

industries, R&D, and entrepreneurship".

H.E. Al Zaabi added: "Japan has been a key partner of Abu

Dhabi and the UAE for more than six decades, as evidenced by the

steady growth of bilateral trade and mutual investments. Our trade

with Japan grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.9

percent in the last five years. Over the same period, the UAE's non-

oil exports to Japan increased at a CAGR of 8.8 percent, and

imports rose at a CAGR of 12.2 percent. Additionally, our

investments in Japan have more than doubled over the past five

years, and our country attracted over 80% of Japanese investments

in the Middle East. This visit is a testament to our commitment to

take this partnership to new heights, with plans to deepen

cooperation in clean energy, hydrogen, AI, life sciences, and next-

generation technologies to shape a sustainable future."

Bilateral trade and mutual investments are poised to further

increase with the signing of the UAE-Japan Comprehensive

Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), expected to be finalised

later this year. The agreement is set to unlock opportunities in

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