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With the signing of these agreements, Türkiye and the UAE have consolidated
their bilateral relations, propelling them towards a strategic partnership. It is
our firm belief that these agreements will further strengthen the bond between
Türkiye and the UAE.

What new initiatives have you taken to further strengthen trade and
investment ties between the two countries? Any major deal is in the
pipeline?

There is a thriving trade partnership and a significant increase in investment
and business volume between our country and the UAE. Last year, our
bilateral foreign trade reached a remarkable $8 billion, highlighting the
strength of our economic ties. Furthermore, contracting services play a crucial
role in fostering economic activities between our nations. To date, our
contractors have successfully undertaken 141 projects in the UAE, with a total
value of approximately $13 billion. These projects span various sectors,
including housing, tourism, and infrastructure development such as airports,
railways, and highways.

We are proud to have achieved numerous successful ventures, demonstrating
the expertise and capabilities of our companies. Our shared commitment to
enhancing mutual investments and improving the investment environment
remains a top priority. In the past two years alone, we have signed 40 bilateral
agreements. Notably the most important agreements were reached during the
visit of our President n July, amounting to an impressive $50.7 billion.

These achievements reflect the dedication and collaboration between our
countries, paving the way for continued growth and prosperity. We look
forward to further strengthening our economic partnership and exploring new
avenues of cooperation in the future.

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