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to the free flow of trade and investment between the

two countries.

Dr. Al Zeyoudi said that Colombia is the fourth-largest

economy in South America in terms of GDP and has a

highly skilled workforce and abundant natural

resources, including coffee, oil, gas, coal, and gold,

which contribute significantly to its GDP. It also enjoys a

strategic location as an economic hub for the entire

South American region.

He added that through their investments in digital

infrastructure and new industrial sectors, they are

confident that Emirati investors and entrepreneurs will

be able to leverage a wealth of opportunities.

Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi urged participants in the

high-level roundtable meeting, which included senior

officials, representatives of leading companies, and

investors, to build on the growing bilateral relations and

strengthen cooperation with the private sector.

He also met with members of the chambers of

commerce of the UAE and Colombia, calling for them to

leverage the CEPA between the two countries to reap

the benefits of greater economic integration.

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