A delegation from the Abu Dhabi Economic Department, led by the department itself, has formalized agreements with major institutions and companies in the finance, technology, and business sectors to strengthen trade and investment ties with the United States.
During their visit to New York from September 29 to October 1, the delegation engaged with business and investment leaders in the U.S. to uncover new avenues for collaboration. They established agreements to enhance partnerships across various sectors and areas, including startups, small and medium enterprises, digital infrastructure, renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, and financial services.
Heading the delegation was Ahmed Al Zaabi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Economic Department, accompanied by several top officials and business leaders. Notable members included Ghanem Butti Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, Hamad Sayah Al Mazrouei, Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Economic Department, Badr Alolama, General Director of the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, Rashid Lahej Al Mansouri, General Director of Abu Dhabi Customs, and Shams Ali Al Dhaheri, the second Vice Chair of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Managing Director.
Throughout their trip, the delegation held over 40 meetings with key officials and business figures in the United States and participated in a global investors conference organized by the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange in New York, in collaboration with Morgan Stanley.
The conference attracted 15 of the largest listed companies on the exchange, with a total market capitalization exceeding $300 billion. It facilitated more than 100 one-on-one meetings with top institutional investors in the U.S., who manage assets over $10 billion.
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, ranked among the top 20 financial markets and one of the fastest-growing globally, plays a significant role in positioning Abu Dhabi as a vibrant and resilient financial hub.