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Al Zeyoudi Engages With Global Leaders To Enhance

UAE Trade Relations And Innovation Efforts

By OneArabia
Published: Friday, February 14, 2025, 12:46 [GST]

Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, engaged in significant
discussions at the World Governments Summit. He emphasised the UAE's dedication to trade and
innovation as essential for sustainable growth. The meetings focused on enhancing cooperation,
boosting goods and services flow, and investing in key sectors like energy, logistics, food security,
and advanced technology.

During talks with Liza Araneta-Marcos from the Philippines and Sonexay Siphandone of Laos, Dr. Al
Zeyoudi highlighted ASEAN's growing importance to the UAE. He expressed a desire to strengthen
ties with this region known for its manufacturing and food production capabilities. Discussions with
Manoa Seru Nakausabaria Kamikamica from Fiji centred on logistics, fishing, and climate policies.

Improving connections with Latin America was a key topic in meetings with Gabriela García of
Guatemala and Félix Ulloa of El Salvador. Discussions with Michigan's Governor Gretchen Whitmer
focused on trade and investment opportunities in this industrial state. Talks were also held with
Erkki Keldo from Estonia and Ismaël M’Fala Nabé from Guinea.

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