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"This factory not only represents a major investment in the Côte d’Ivoire
market, it is also testament to the strength of the bilateral relations between

the UAE and Côte d’Ivoire. We are committed to contributing positively to the
local economy, and are confident that our company and its investments in the
Ivorian economy will enhance growth and contribute to economic and social
progress. It will be a new gateway to opportunities for both sides."

While in Côte d’Ivoire, Al Zeyoudi also held in-depth talks with Prime Minister

Robert Beugré Mambé on a wide range of economic issues, including the
acceleration of private-sector cooperation, which both nations have identified
as central to growth, diversification and job creation.

The meeting reflected the potential for greater collaboration between the two
nations, and the potential for further investment in key sectors such as food
production, agriculture, manufacturing and logistics.

Al Zeyoudi then held discussions with Dr. Souleymane Diarrassouba, Minister

of Trade and Industry, and Mamadou Sangafowa-Coulibaly, Minister of Mines,
Energy and Petroleum, in which they all agreed to find new avenues for
increased collaboration.

In recent years, bilateral trade between the UAE and Côte d’Ivoire has
flourished, with non-oil trade growing to $468 million in 2023, an 95 percent
increase compared to 2020.

The growing economic partnership has also seen increased investment flows,
with both nations committed to further enhancing their economic ties across a
range of sectors including agriculture, tourism, infrastructure and telecoms.

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