UAE-BRICS non-oil trade tops $312 billion, Al Zeyoudi calls for Hormuz reopening
Dubai: UAE non-oil trade with BRICS nations exceeded $312 billion in 2025, rising 28.5% from $243 billion a year earlier and accounting for about 31% of the country’s total non-oil foreign trade. The figures were highlighted during the 2026 BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting in Jaipur, where UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Dr Thani bin Ahmed…
In 2025, UAE non-oil trade with BRICS nations surpassed $312 billion, marking a 28.5% increase from the previous year's $243 billion. This accounted for approximately 31% of the country's total non-oil foreign trade. UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, speaking at the 2026 BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting in Jaipur, emphasized the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz and protecting international shipping.
BRICS nations contributed significantly to UAE imports and exports during that year, accounting for 34% of UAE imports and 23% of non-oil exports. Al Zeyoudi expressed grave concerns over Iran's attacks on commercial shipping and the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz, advocating for freedom of navigation and international shipping protection in line with international law.
The meeting also focused on trade resilience, market connectivity, and global commerce challenges, although no consensus was reached on a joint declaration.
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