Shabaan Abdelfattah examines UAE–Türkiye business opportunities in logistics, digital infrastructure and clean energy, and what it takes to turn growing trade into sustainable commercial value.
The 2026 Allianz Trade Global Survey shows that despite ongoing conflict in the Middle East, global exporters remain resilient, with 75% still expecting positive export growth. However, geopolitical tensions are reshaping risk perceptions, increasing non-payment risks, and extending payment cycles. While companies continue to pursue diversification, reshoring, and supply-chain adaptation, confidence levels vary significantly across markets, with the UAE experiencing a sharp shift from high optimism to increased financial and operational uncertainty.
Italy has secured third place among the UAE’s top jewellery exporters in 2025, with exports reaching €836.9 million and a 7.9% market share. The Italian Pavilion at Jewellery, Gem & Technology in Dubai (JGTD) 2025 will highlight the country’s leadership in design, craftsmanship, and innovation. Supported by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), over 50 Italian brands will showcase sustainable, high-end jewellery that continues to strengthen Italy’s global presence in the luxury market.
UAE-Africa creative partnerships are redefining soft power through festivals, co-investments, and cultural exchange, driving economic growth, innovation, and youth empowerment across the continent’s vibrant cultural industries.
Summit Group’s dedication to Bangladesh’s energy sector continues with substantial investments in critical infrastructure projects. The leading energy infrastructure company has allocated USD 20 million to develop the country’s third Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU), demonstrating its commitment to strengthening Bangladesh’s energy capabilities.
Interview with Valerio Soldani, Commissioner – Italian Trade Agency, Dubai – UAE ADIPEC 2024
Recent market routs was short-term and stock indices in UAE and India have recovered
The recent impact by the CrowdStrike saga on global transport and logistics, heat waves across the globe, along with supply chain bottlenecks in the Red Sea and elsewhere, have shown open trade routes are vital secure the safe supply of pharmaceuticals to all parts in the Gulf region world, says Pharmapreneur Hari Chereddi, CEO, HRV Global LifeSciences, & NewHorizon Global Pharma. A global pharma company with offices in 6 locations across the world, in India, Dubai, Lithuania, Switzerland, Türkiye & USA.
“Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.” Henry Ford.
