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2/27/24, 5:02 PM HE Al Zeyoudi congratulates graduates of UAE’s Global Future Trade Leaders Program
government officials from 164 Member States to review, refine and update the rules
governing global trade, was part of the Global Future Trade Leaders Program’s

curriculum.

During the graduation ceremony, HE Al Zeyoudi, who is also MC13 Chair, highlighted the
central role of foreign trade in the UAE’s national vision, which seeks to develop an agile,

adaptable and diversified economy built on knowledge and innovation. Additionally, he

emphasized the importance of the nation’s next generation in expanding the UAE’s status
as a trade hub and champion of open, rules-based trade as a driver of long-term growth

and development.

He said, “The UAE is a compelling example of trade’s power to elevate economies and

provide a pathway to long-term, sustainable prosperity. In a rapidly evolving world, the

ability of the global trading system to keep delivering growth and opportunity will depend
on the next generation of trade professionals. Their talent, leadership and commitment to

open, rules-based trade will ensure every nation around the world will continue to benefit
from the free flow of goods, services and ideas.”

“The Global Future Trade Leaders Program is designed to equip our young trade

strategists with the skills and knowledge necessary to cultivate a modern, inclusive and
sustainable global trading system, offering them hands-on, real-world experience of global

trade issues. I offer my utmost congratulations on their successful completion of the

program and look forward to their continued contribution to our national vision.”

His Excellency Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADDED, said: “The graduation of

the1st cohort of the Global Future Trade Leaders Program is a milestone in our journey to

equip our talents with the skills to enhance UAE’s status as a leading trade hub, and
accelerating our transition to a smart, diversified, and sustainable economy”.

“Trade is an integral part of UAE’s development. The free flow of goods, services, and
people has shaped our history and continue to drive our progress as we are forging ahead

with efforts to cement the UAE’s position as a leading global hub for trade, business, and

investments. To this end, we believe the right talents and skills is paramount. The
graduates of this program will enable UAE representatives to reach innovative solutions to

global trade challenges at the upcoming WTO Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi”.

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