Abu Dhabi to take economic partnership with Singapore and India to new heights

ABU DHABI, UAE, Nov. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its ongoing efforts to build and cement relations with leading economies, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) will lead a high-level economic delegation to Singapore and India from 17 to 21 November 2025. The two visits reaffirm the emirate's commitment to expanding international engagement, advancing bilateral trade and investment relations, and unlocking new opportunities for sustainable development.

The Abu Dhabi economic delegation will hold meetings with senior government officials, investors, and business leaders in both Singapore and India to explore partnerships in sectors with high growth potential, including agritech, healthcare and life sciences, advanced technologies, renewable energy, financial services, logistics, and manufacturing.

H.E. Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADDED, said: "Singapore and India are among the world's most dynamic, fast-growing economies, and are key strategic partners for Abu Dhabi and the UAE. Our visit aims to deepen these partnerships by engaging policymakers, business, and investment leaders to create and seize opportunities in various sectors."

"Powered by visionary leadership and an enabling ecosystem that supports innovation and entrepreneurship, Abu Dhabi's 'Falcon Economy' continues to soar and accelerate our transition to smart, diversified, and sustainable economy. Backed by strong economic fundamentals and a world-class investment landscape, we are doubling down our efforts to further strengthen collaboration with local and international partners in strategic economic clusters including AI, fintech, green energy, life sciences, logistics, and advanced industries".

Special forums and events will be organised in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, ADGM, and the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), bringing together influential businesses and investors to discuss pathways for long-term partnerships.

These events will showcase the opportunities arising from Abu Dhabi's economic transformation and diversification initiatives, highlighting the emirate's position as a global magnet for talent, business, and investment.

Singapore and India are among Abu Dhabi and the UAE's most significant trade and investment partners. Bilateral trade between the UAE and Singapore exceeded USD 18.5 billion, while non-oil trade with India surpassed USD 65 billion in 2024, driven by strong cooperation in energy, technology, and services.

Abu Dhabi's thriving, innovation-led business ecosystem continues to attract companies from Singapore and India, with a growing number of enterprises in fintech, healthcare, infrastructure, and education, establishing regional operations in the emirate to access global markets, benefiting from its world-class infrastructure, connectivity, and regulatory environment.