Page 519 - MOE ENGLISH PR REPORT - JANUARY 2025

investment opportunities in various sectors, including financial services, while

enhancing financial and banking cooperation.

Ahmed Abdullah bin Lahej, Director-General of Customs and Ports Security at the

Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security, highlighted the

CEPA as a pivotal step in advancing the UAE’s external trade network, simplifying

customs procedures, and improving trade efficiency between the two nations.

Abdullah Al Basti, Secretary-General of Dubai Executive Council, described the

CEPA as transformative in strengthening the UAE’s strategic position as a global hub

for innovation and economic connectivity. He emphasised its role in reinforcing the

UAE and Dubai’s status as an international gateway to the vital Asia-Pacific region.

https://www.wam.ae/en/article/bhopam4-ministers-officials-hail-signing-cepa-between-uae