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Strategic Objectives

The Ministry of Foreign Trade works to strengthen the UAE’s position in global trade by forging strategic partnerships that expand market access, securing resilient supply chains for essential goods and resources, and empowering UAE exporters with the tools and knowledge needed to compete internationally. We are committed to championing sustainable, inclusive, and ethical trade practices on the global stage, building world class physical and digital trade infrastructure, attracting leading global businesses and top talent to the UAE, and transforming our own institution into a model of smart, data driven governance.

  • 1

    Develop new future economic sectors and enhance companies' competitiveness

  • 2

    Empower SMEs and entrepreneurship to lead globally

  • 3

    Achieve leadership and competitiveness in innovation and intellectual property rights

  • 4

    Enhance trading position in foreign markets and attract investment and talent

  • 5

    Enhance the country's position as a leading global tourism destination

  • 6

    Development of the regulatory and legislative environment of the economic sector

  • 7

    Enhance the business environment and governance

  • 8

    Develop a pioneering system to promote trade and investment

  • 9

    Attract and empower the best human talent, providing efficient and effective institutional services and digital architecture

  • 10

    Enhanced innovation practices based on flexibility, proactiveness and readiness within the business ecosystem