ABU DHABI: The Ministry of Economy and the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) have announced the Abu Dhabi Department of Tourism and Culture (DTC), the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), ADNEC Services, Etihad Airways, and Etisalat (e and ) as their Strategic Partners for the hosting of the 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) of the World Trade Organization, which takes place in Abu Dhabi between 26-29 February.
Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade and MC13 Chair, welcomed the agreements with the leading national economic players, underlining their role in the smooth delivery of such an important global meeting. ‘MC13 is an historic event that will bring together the world’s trade ministers to demonstrate their shared commitment to inclusive, sustainable supply chains. It is important that we are able to create a conducive environment for negotiations that will help advance the future of trade.’
‘Not only will the combined expertise and professionalism of, DTC
, ITC, ADNEC Services, Etihad and e and enable us to do so, but it will also underline Abu Dhabi’s status as a world-class destination to live, work and meet,’ Al Zeyoudi noted.
Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADDED, said, ‘Hosting the 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) of the World Trade Organization aligns with our strategic objectives to solidify the UAE’s status as a leading global hub for trade, business, and investment. We believe that having national champions on board as partners is essential to convening a successful global meeting. Their commitment to advancing the UAE’s economic diversification, fostering growth, and promoting international engagement is instrumental in shaping a prosperous future.’
Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman, DCT-Abu Dhabi, said, ‘Our proud participation in hosting MC13 stems from our firm commitment to support all national efforts to promote the UAE’s status as a host city for global and regionally significant business events. DCT-Abu Dhabi is committed to the sust
ainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sectors to advance economic progress and contribute to the realisation of the nation’s wider global endeavours.’
Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of ITC, said, ‘The strategic partnership underscores the authority’s efforts to support the UAE’s endeavours on the global stage. At DMT, we prioritise safety and sustainability as we develop our strategic plans, in line with the vision of our leaders through initiatives, projects and partnerships that meet the needs of the UAE. Being part of this prestigious event will highlight these efforts as Abu Dhabi hosts leading decision-makers from around the world.’
Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO, ADNEC Group stated: ‘We are honoured to support the hosting of this global meeting and play a key role in ensuring it success.’
“ADNEC Group is providing a one-stop-shop approach to facilitating the World Trade Organization through its various clusters to ensure the event is a success and lives up to t
he reputation of Abu Dhabi and the UAE overall. This event will exceed expectations, showcasing our commitment to excellence and our ability to deliver world-class experiences for our clients and visitors. We are proud to play a key role in this prestigious event and look forward to welcoming the world to Abu Dhabi,’ he concluded.
At Etihad, we are honoured to contribute to this historic moment as Abu Dhabi hosts this crucial global gathering amidst a pivotal juncture for world trade,’ said Antonoaldo Neves, Group Chief Executive Officer, Etihad. ‘As the national carrier and a key player in global aviation, we consider it a privilege to serve as a strategic partner for MC13. This event offers a unique platform for leading national economic entities, including Etihad, to spotlight the remarkable economic achievements of the UAE on the global stage.”
Hatem Dowidar, Group CEO of e and , believes the agreement will provide an unrivalled platform to demonstrate the company’s state-of-the-art technology on a glob
al stage. ‘We are proud to be part of this landmark event. The company has always been part of the UAE success story and, at MC13, we will have the opportunity to continue this legacy and contribute to the success of this global conference.’
The Ministerial Conference is the uppermost decision-making body of the WTO. Ministers and senior officials representing 164 countries and trading blocs will gather in the UAE capital to review and address issues that face the global trading system. These will include expanding the WTO’s membership and facilitating increased investment in trade technologies to enable more sustainable and resilient supply chains.
Source: Emirates News Agency