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attractiveness for sustainable investments with the aim of solidifying its position as a prominent
global hub for the circular economy.

Furthermore, the meeting highlighted latest innovations and initiatives led by the private sector
in sustainable technology, clean energy, and waste management. It emphasized the importance of
strengthening partnerships between private sector companies and government entities to achieve
the transition across diverse economic sectors.

UAE Circular Economy Council

The Council, chaired by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, comprises senior government officials
and representatives from the UAE’s private sector. These include H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al
Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy; His Excellency Omar Suwaina Al
Suwaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology;
H.E. Mohammed Al Nuaimi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Climate Change and
Environment; H.H Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, President and CEO of
UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators – UICCA; H.E Laila Abdullatif, the Director
General of Emirates Nature; Maryam Al Mansoori, the General Manager of Rebound Plastic
Exchange; and Sarah Jackson, the Director of the Circular Packaging Association.

The Council is actively working on creating new mechanisms to implement the “UAE Circular
Economy Agenda 2031” in collaboration with relevant organisations in the country. The Council
ensures that progress is achieved by using specific performance indicators to assess the
effectiveness of the implementation. Furthermore, it aligns federal and local strategies with
policy requirements and suggests general principles for public and sector-related initiatives and
plans.

The Council aims to foster private sector’s involvement in projects, initiatives, and programs
related to the circular economy in the next stage. It also promotes collaboration between the
public and private sectors, as well as the advancement of studies and scientific research in
relevant fields, to contribute to national goals and promote environmental sustainability.

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