UAE and Italy Plan Stronger Trade and Investment Ties

Abu Dhabi: The UAE and Italy are working together to grow trade, investment, and private sector projects. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, met with the Italian Business Council in Abu Dhabi to discuss new opportunities between the two countries.
Trade between the UAE and Italy has been growing fast. In 2024, non-oil trade reached 14 billion US dollars, a rise of almost 20% from the year before. In the first half of 2025, trade between the two nations hit 7.9 billion US dollars, showing another strong increase compared to last year. Italy is now the UAE’s top non-oil trade partner in Europe and ranks 12th worldwide.
Dr. Al Zeyoudi said the UAE is keen to strengthen its economic partnership with Italy and to open new doors for businesses in both countries. He explained that future projects may focus on technology, renewable energy, healthcare, and infrastructure—areas that can support growth and create new jobs.
He also highlighted that working together will help both countries reach sustainable development goals, ensuring long-term benefits for their people.
The meeting also looked at current agreements and ways to build new ones that support innovation and sustainable projects. Both countries agreed to keep exploring fresh opportunities to grow trade and investments, aiming for a stronger and more prosperous future.