The Abu Dhabi-Singapore Forum is at the forefront of exploring strategic collaboration opportunities between the two nations. Recently convened in Abu Dhabi, this significant meeting highlights the robust economic ties and potential for future partnerships in various crucial sectors. With leaders from both sides in attendance, the forum serves as a vital platform for fostering trade, investment, and innovation between the United Arab Emirates and Singapore, aiming for mutual growth and prosperity.
The sixteenth session of the Abu Dhabi-Singapore Joint Forum was held in Abu Dhabi, chaired by His Excellency Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority, and Dr. Tan See Leng, Minister for Trade and Industry of Singapore, to review key economic and investment opportunities in strategic sectors.
During the meeting, both sides praised the strength of bilateral relations between the two countries and the comprehensive partnership between the UAE and Singapore, noting that the UAE has maintained its position as Singapore’s largest trading partner in the Middle East, with total non-oil trade reaching $5.2 billion in 2024.
Both parties expressed their commitment to expanding cooperation in strategically important areas such as healthcare, energy, technology, artificial intelligence, space, education, peaceful nuclear energy, and water scarcity.
His Excellency Khaldoon Al Mubarak stated that the Abu Dhabi-Singapore Joint Forum continues to play a pivotal role in enhancing cooperation and exploring areas of mutual interest for both countries. He added that the various cooperation opportunities discussed at the 2025 forum reflect the shared goals of strengthening long-term bilateral relations between the UAE and Singapore.