ISO Annual Meeting 2022 in Abu Dhabi ends

ISO Annual Meeting 2022 in Abu Dhabi ends

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Abu Dhabi, UAE: 24 September 2022 – The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Annual Meeting 2022, hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), concluded in Abu Dhabi. More than 5,300 delegates participated, physically and virtually, in thematic sessions exploring how international standards can be improved and leveraged to support climate action, trade growth and sustainable economic development.

His Excellency Omar Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology delivered a closing speech, in which he urged national and international standards bodies to build on the work and discussions that took place during the event.

His Excellency said: “These annual meetings give us great confidence in the efforts of global counterparts to exchange knowledge, experiences, and expertise. We have successfully implemented this year’s theme of ‘Collaborating for Good’, reinforcing existing partnerships and facilitating new ones. Together, we have