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1/20/25, 3:20 PM UAE and US Strengthen Strategic Technology Partnership at CES 2025
Dr. Al Zeyoudi engaged with key US officials and business leaders, including Nevada Lt.

Governor Stavros Anthony, representatives from the Nevada Governor’s Office of

Economic Development, and members of the US Chamber of Commerce and Las Vegas

Chamber. Discussions centered on strengthening UAE-US technology partnerships,

fostering collaborative opportunities, and showcasing the UAE’s robust business
ecosystem, which boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and access to

emerging markets across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

Highlighting the UAE’s commitment to innovation, Dr. Al Zeyoudi stated,

“The UAE’s dynamic tech ecosystem, bolstered by

initiatives like NextGen FDI, offers fresh opportunities for

US companies looking to scale their operations and

access high-growth markets. As we expand our

partnerships in advanced technology, we aim to foster

innovation, create jobs, and accelerate the adoption of

next-generation technologies.”

The UAE has emerged as a global hub for artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced

technologies, with significant investment in the US exceeding $35 billion. Bilateral non-oil

trade reached $28.3 billion in the first nine months of 2024, a 46.2% growth compared to
2019, underscoring the UAE’s position as the US’ largest trading partner in the Arab world.

During the three-day event, Dr. Al Zeyoudi also participated in a panel discussion on

global trade trends, emphasizing the UAE’s role in bridging international markets. He

highlighted the UAE’s Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)

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