Thani Al Zeyoudi receives Ukrainian economic delegation

Thani Al Zeyoudi receives Ukrainian economic delegation

DUBAI, 8th March, 2023 (WAM) -- Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, affirmed the importance of bilateral relations between the UAE and Ukraine.

This came during his meeting, held at the Ministry of Economy's headquarters in Dubai, with Yulia Svyrydenko, First Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Economic Development, Trade and Agriculture of Ukraine, and Taras Kachka, Deputy Minister of Economic Development, Trade and Agriculture of Ukraine.

The two sides discussed enhancing trade cooperation in various areas of mutual interest, including real estate, transportation, energy, agriculture, technology, manufacturing industries and retail trade, in a way that contributes to supporting the growth of trade and mutual investments.

In December 2022, the UAE announced the launch of preliminary talks to reach a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with Ukraine.

Dr. Al Zeyoudi said that the talks aim to enhance joint trade exchange, provide more investment and trade opportunities for the UAE and Ukrainian business communities, and support bilateral cooperation in various economic fields, especially infrastructure, heavy industries, aviation, information technology and food security.

He explained that the two countries have an important geographical location through which they can access major markets in Europe, Africa and Asia, in addition to their investment capabilities and