Minister of Economy chairs meeting of UAEIIC

Minister of Economy chairs meeting of UAEIIC

ABU DHABI, 11th July, 2022 (WAM) -- Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the UAE International Investors Council (UAEIIC), said that the council has established a key platform to unite the efforts of the public and private sectors, with a clear vision to protect and support the interests of Emirati companies and investments abroad.

He made this statement while chairing the 32nd meeting of the UAEIIC’s board, which was held remotely. It was attended by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade; Jamal bin Saif Al Jarwan, UAEIIC Secretary-General; and members of the council.

The meeting addressed the activities carried out in the second quarter of 2022, as part of the UAEIIC’s strategy and its keenness to support the interests of member companies, as well as its role in supporting decision-makers in drafting well-studied policies.

The meeting also discussed the incentives and advantages offered by the comprehensive economic partnership agreements (CEPA) signed with India, Israel and Indonesia, and the opportunities that Emirati companies could capitalise on in these countries.

During the meeting, Al Marri noted that the UAEIIC is adopting a clear vision to advance Emirati investments abroad and open new markets, under the