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Ministers, Officials Hail Signing Of CEPA

Between UAE, New Zealand

Mohammad Ali (@ChaudhryMAli88) Published January 14, 2025 | 06:00 PM

ABU DHABI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 14th Jan, 2025) Ministers and
officials have praised the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)

between the UAE and New Zealand, describing it as a strategic step to enhance bilateral
economic relations and strengthen cooperation in key sectors, including

advanced technology, clean energy, agriculture, and financial services.

They emphasised that the agreement supports economic diversification goals and
attracts high-value investments, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a global hub for trade

and innovation.

Officials noted that the agreement aligns with the UAE leadership's vision to enhance

economic integration with global markets, reflecting the nation’s commitment to
developing strategic partnerships that serve mutual interests.

The CEPA provides an advanced framework to facilitate trade and investment flows,

stimulate growth and innovation opportunities, enhance national economic

competitiveness, and support the sustainable development of both countries.

Mohamed Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, described the UAE-
New Zealand CEPA as a significant strategic step in bolstering bilateral economic

relations, increasing investment flows, and consolidating the UAE's status as a global
centre for trade and foreign direct investment.

Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure,
highlighted New Zealand's global reputation as a leader in clean energy transitions. He

stated that the CEPA would pave the way for collaborative efforts in implementing high-
impact projects.

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