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Abu Dhabi and Bavaria agree joint economic commission for future industries
The two parties signed a declaration of intent on Monday to coordinate dialogue on innovation-driven sectors.
The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development and the State of Bavaria signed a joint declaration of intent on 9 November 2026 to strengthen economic cooperation, with a focus on future-oriented industries. The agreement includes plans to explore establishing a commission that would provide a platform for ongoing dialogue, coordination and the exchange of views between the two parties.
Joint economic commission to coordinate dialogue#
The proposed commission would provide a structured mechanism for ongoing engagement between Abu Dhabi and Bavaria. The commission is intended to facilitate coordination on industrial innovation, investment flows and competitiveness in global markets. Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADDED, stated that the engagement with Bavaria brings together industrial expertise, technological capabilities and skilled talent with Abu Dhabi's expanding economic sectors and investment ecosystem.
Four growth clusters target AED284 billion GDP contribution#
Abu Dhabi has launched four sector-specific growth clusters as part of its economic strategy. The clusters are Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industries, known as SAVI; AgriFood Growth & Water Abundance, known as AGWA; Health, Endurance, Longevity, and Medicine, known as HELM; and FinTech, Insurance, Digital and Alternative Assets, known as FIDA. Launched between 2023 and 2025, the four initiatives are projected to contribute AED284 billion to GDP by 2045. The clusters are expected to create more than 130,000 jobs and attract over AED217 billion in investments by that date.
UAE-Germany trade reached $15.5 billion in 2025#
Bilateral trade between the UAE and Germany stood at approximately $15.5 billion in 2025, representing a 15 percent increase from 2024 levels. Imports into Germany from the UAE increased by more than 58 percent in 2025. UAE exports to Germany include aluminum, petrochemical products, base metals, plastics, rubber and machinery. The declaration signed on Monday builds on existing trade and investment flows between the two countries.
Partnership targets future-oriented sectors#
The partnership reflects the shared objective of Abu Dhabi and Bavaria to leverage expertise, technological capabilities and innovation ecosystems. The declaration covers cooperation in future-oriented sectors including energy, advanced technology and sustainability. Al Zaabi stated that connecting talent, technology and capital determines where the next generation of industries will emerge and grow.
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- economymiddleeast.comEconomy Middle EastAbu Dhabi Department of Economic Development and Bavaria signed joint declaration on 9 November 2026, proposed joint economic commission, four growth clusters projected to contribute AED284 billion to GDP by 2045, UAE-Germany trade reached $15.5 billion in 2025
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