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His Excellency Ahmed Al Sayegh, UAE Minister of State, attended the Brazil & Arab Countries Economic Forum on the 19th of October 2020.

In his remarks, HE Al Sayegh highlighted UAE-Brazilian trade cooperation and the bilateral strategic partnership, noting the unique cultural and political ties that make each country a gateway for the other to the region.

“I am confident that the friendly ties we have developed will ensure a significant expansion in cooperation between the UAE and Brazilian economies across a range of critical sectors, including food security, infrastructure, energy, innovation, and defense in the years to come,” Al Sayegh noted.

Moreover, His Excellency pointed to the role of the UAE as a global hub of trade and commerce in welcoming Brazilian investment and encouraging innovation, remarking: “From our position as a regional leader in technology, renewable energy, finance, and logistics, to our accelerated efforts in grasping new and exciting developments in the realm of food security, there is much that the UAE can offer Brazil.”  

“In the same vein, there is also much that Brazil can offer the UAE in supporting our vision for a much more prosperous, stable, and vibrant future,” Al Sayegh continued.

“Despite the uncertainties the world is facing, it is clear that the relationship between Brazil and the Arab world stands upon firm foundations and provides us with an unparalleled ability to help and support each other,” His Excellency concluded.

The event, which was held virtually, was hosted by the Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce.