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H.E. Abdullah bin Touq: “Under the guidance of its wise leadership, the UAE has evolved into a strong and
diversified economy. ECI’s favourable ratings from Fitch thereby enhance business confidence in the national

economy. With this new accomplishment, the UAE also solidifies its position as a global centre for trade and
business, reflecting our country’s efforts to create a competitive environment for exporters and importers.”

Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE’s Federal Export Credit company, has secured an Insurer Financial

Strength (IFS) Rating of ‘AA-‘ (Very Strong) and Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) of ‘AA-‘ with Stable
Outlooks from Fitch Ratings, a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary, and research for global capital
markets.

This prestigious rating underscores ECI’s pivotal role in accelerating the UAE’s economic diversification and

reinforcing its global trade leadership. It also aligns with the Long-Term IDR of the United Arab Emirates (UAE;
AA-/Stable), reflecting the UAE’s robust economic policies and strategic initiatives to foster a dynamic, future-
ready economy.

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Etihad Credit
Insurance, affirmed that the UAE, driven by the guidance of its wise leadership, has grown into a strong

economy that relies on diverse resources and is capable of adapting to global changes. According to H.E., the
nation has adopted flexible and proactive economic policies and strategies, that have been instrumental in

promoting the competitiveness of national products in foreign markets, encouraging economic accessibility to
the world, building meaningful partnerships with numerous regional and international markets, and increasing
the non-oil sector’s contribution to the national GDP by 75 per cent.

Praising ECI’s high credit rating, H.E. Bin Touq said: “ECI’s favourable rating from Fitch ratings demonstrates the

confidence of business communities in the national economy, and promotes its reputation regionally and
globally, thereby consolidating the country’s position as a leading hub for business and trade. In keeping with

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