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agriculture. Additionally, discussions with Dariusz Standerski from the Ministry of Digital Affairs
explored cooperation in advanced technology.

The UAE’s strategic advantages as a business hub were highlighted by Al Zeyoudi. He emphasised
its prime location and investor-friendly environment as key factors for business growth. The UAE
serves as a commercial gateway to Asia and Africa, offering significant opportunities for expansion.

Al Zeyoudi noted Poland’s importance as a strategic partner in enhancing the UAE's economic
engagement with Europe. He stated, "Poland and the UAE share a commitment to rapid
development and modernization, making us natural partners in pursuing interconnected and
collective prosperity."
The stability of non-oil trade between the two nations was emphasised by Al Zeyoudi. He
mentioned that despite global trade slowdowns, their economic partnership remains strong. Key
sectors such as manufacturing, renewable energy, and agriculture offer immense potential for
collaboration.
Investment Figures and Future Prospects

In 2024, trade turnover between the UAE and Poland reached US$2.2 billion. By the end of 2023,
UAE investments in Poland totalled approximately US$180 million across various sectors like
aviation and tourism. Meanwhile, Polish FDI in the UAE was US$272 million in 2022.

The delegation included Mohammed Abdul Rahman Al-Hawi from the Ministry of Investment and
Safeya Hashem Al-Safi from the Ministry of Economy. The visit underscores the UAE’s vision to
enhance its role as a global leader in trade while strengthening ties with European nations.

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