Peru and Saudi Arabia are working to strengthen their diplomatic and economic cooperation, despite their geographical distance. Elmer Schialer, Peru’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, emphasizes the potential for collaboration rooted in economic complementarity. Both nations share a vision for global integration, aiming to build bridges that enhance their mutual interests. Strategically positioned on the Pacific...
As global trade faces fragmentation due to geopolitical tensions, the European Union (EU) is actively seeking dependable economic partners. In this context, Brussels and Abu Dhabi have initiated discussions to deepen their trade ties, aiming to foster mutual economic benefits and stability. The agreement, unveiled during a recent meeting, marks a significant step for both...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the European Union (EU) are set to commence negotiations for a comprehensive free trade agreement, as announced by officials from both sides. This initiative aims to enhance economic ties and stimulate growth between the two parties. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE, expressed that...
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to strengthening trade relations with African nations following the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the Republic of Congo. This trade agreement was finalized after discussions with President Denis Sassou Nguesso in Abu Dhabi’s Qasr Al Bahr, focusing...
The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (Cepas) between the UAE and Costa Rica and Mauritius officially took effect on Wednesday, marking a significant step in the Emirates’ efforts to enhance its global trade and investment activities. According to the UAE’s Ministry of Economy, these new agreements are the seventh and eighth to be implemented under the...
The UAE’s Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) programme, launched in September 2021, has successfully established 26 agreements with strategically important countries and international groups by the end of the first quarter of 2025. This initiative aims to strengthen the UAE’s economic position both regionally and globally. In 2025 alone, the UAE has signed five new...
In a significant move to enhance economic ties, the UAE and Tunisia have launched negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). This announcement was made by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade of the UAE, and Samir Obeid, Minister of Trade and Export Development of Tunisia, during a...
A significant trade agreement between the UAE and India has triggered an impressive surge in bilateral commerce. Merchandise trade escalated from $43.3 billion in the fiscal year 2020–21 to $80.5 billion in the first ten months of the current fiscal year, according to recent data. This remarkable growth positions both nations on track to exceed...
An economic delegation from Abu Dhabi, led by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), has recently concluded a successful visit to China, where they signed several key agreements aimed at improving cooperation between government agencies and private sector companies in both regions. This visit underscores the growing economic relationship between the two areas....
On Monday, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the UAE and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine witnessed the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between their countries. This agreement aims to create new opportunities for trade, investment, and economic collaboration. His Highness emphasized the importance of this agreement in...