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Economic Development (ADDED), the WLP Logistics Challenges with DP World, Future
of Cargo in collaboration with Emirates, and Sustainable Trade Africa.

Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade and Chair of the

MC13, emphasised the significance of the upcoming conference, stating, “A robust and
inclusive multilateral trading system is essential for fostering economic growth, creating

jobs, and raising living standards. At MC13, ministers and senior officials worldwide can
help ensure that global trade lives up to this promise by reviewing and refining its rules,
confronting issues that prevent the free flow of goods and services, and supporting the

needs of every nation that wishes to benefit from the multilateral trading system. We
look forward to welcoming all the MC13 participants to Abu Dhabi and providing a

platform conducive to positive, collaborative discussions on the future of trade.”

Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADDED, said, “We look forward to welcoming the
international trade leaders and shapers to tackle the pressing issues and devise
innovative solutions to current and future challenges. Hosting the 13th Ministerial

Conference (MC13) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) by Abu Dhabi underlines
its credentials as a global hub.”

“Trade and the exchange of goods, services, and innovations with the rest of the world

are an integral part of Abu Dhabi’s history and modern progress. Fair and free trade will
also be central to our future as we cement our position as a preferred hub for talents,

businesses, investments, and a key node on international supply chains. As host of
MC13, we are offering our support to ensure a successful conference that enables the

global trading system to uplift economies and enrich lives,” he added.

Formed in 1995, the WTO is the international body that supervises international trade

rules. Its biannual Ministerial Conference is considered its topmost decision-making
forum, bringing ministers and senior officials from all member states to review and

update regulations shaping the global trading system.

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