MBRSG Launches UAE Economic Diplomacy Report at Public Administration Forum
Held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the forum gathered diplomats, economists, and policymakers to explore the UAE's evolving economic diplomacy strategies. This year's edition, themed 'Strategic Horizons,' marked the report's official launch, jointly developed by MBRSG and the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA), with input from global and local experts.
Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri, Executive President of MBRSG, described the forum as a platform for shaping a forward-thinking approach to economic diplomacy. 'The report showcases the UAE's growing global presence through indicators on investment, sovereign wealth funds and economic partnerships,'
he said.
The report details key components of the UAE's economic outreach, including its 24 Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (16 already in effect), rising foreign direct investment, and the role of sovereign wealth funds like ADIA and Mubadala. It also examines the integration of digital economy tools and climate diplomacy into foreign policy frameworks.
Notable figures show FDI inflows reaching US$30.7 billion in 2023, AED835 billion in non-oil trade in Q1 2025, and non-oil exports making up 21% of total trade. The UAE's GDP hit AED1.77 trillion in 2024, with 75.5% coming from the non-oil sector.
AGDA's Deputy Director-General Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Al Dhaheri emphasized the broader vision behind these numbers, stating, 'Economic choices today form part of a broader national narrative.'
The forum featured discussions on CEPAs, foreign aid, sovereign wealth, and policy integration, concluding with a collaborative dialogue session aimed at strengthening cross-sector partnerships for future-ready economic diplomacy.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
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