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3/18/25, 1:32 PM Sharjah Ramadan Majlis focuses on economic growth
Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, the UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, emphasized the

importance of international trade agreements in driving Sharjah’s industrial growth.

He stated: “The CEPA agreements are opening new doors for manufacturers in Sharjah, making trade an

even more significant driver of our economy. As we connect our markets to emerging economies in India,

Southeast Asia, Africa, and South America, for example, we are greatly expanding our reach and actively

shaping a strong global trade system. We’re already witnessing a surge of global interest in Sharjah, as it

continues to attract businesses from around the world, and by leveraging these agreements, our

manufacturers can tap into new markets, diversify their export portfolio, and position themselves at the

forefront of global trade.”

Sharjah’s economic growth

Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations in Sharjah, discussed the

impressive economic growth of Sharjah and the increasing investment opportunities in the emirate.

He said: “Sharjah’s economy is doing incredibly well and is evolving at an impressive pace, with our GDP

now over Dhs 145 billion, surpassing the global average by 3.5%. We’re immensely proud of the

businesses that have found their home in Sharjah, especially those in the private sector, that have been the

backbone of our economy for over a decade, and there is a reason why global giants such as Halliburton

and Amazon have shown their confidence by investing in our emirate. Our primary mission is to ensure

greater integration and involvement within the government, recognising that we can’t view business in

isolation.”

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