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UAE, Central African Republic CEPA to boost trade beyond AED3.67 billion

• Thursday, March 6, 2025 9:01 PM

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ABU DHABI, 6th March, 2025 (WAM) -- Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign
Trade, stated that the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE
and the Central African Republic reflects the leadership’s commitment to enhancing trade and
investment cooperation with countries worldwide through economic diversification and
sustainable development, supporting the UAE’s economic strategy.
In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Al Zeyoudi said that the agreement will create
further growth and prosperity opportunities for business communities in both countries, boosting
bilateral trade beyond AED3.67 billion over the next five to seven years in a way that serves the
interests of both nations.

He noted that non-oil trade between the UAE and the Central African Republic continues to grow,
reaching over AED925 million in 2024, highlighting the rapid expansion of trade exchanges between
the two countries.

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