UAE joins GCC ministerial meetings in Bahrain to boost regional trade and supply chains

UAE delegates, led by Dr Sultan Al Jaber, the Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, participated in the GCC Industrial Cooperation Committee and the Ministerial Committee for Standardization Affairs meetings in Bahrain. The meetings, which took place from October 6-8, aimed to bolster industrial integration, create more resilient supply chains, and harness advanced technology and artificial intelligence in the industrial sector.

The UAE's participation sought to enhance the competitiveness of the Gulf industrial sector and leverage shared industrial capabilities. The forum and exhibition, held alongside the meetings, showcased UAE's industrial strengths and national products, fostering collaboration and partnerships in investment, manufacturing, supply chains, and technology.

UAE's industrial exports reached Dh260 billion in 2025, with Dh92 billion in medium- and high-technology exports. The UAE's participation aligns with its efforts to deepen economic cooperation across the GCC, as Dr Al Jaber called for stronger Gulf economic collaboration during the talks.