Abu Dhabi Ports Group has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the continuity of regional and international supply chains, leveraging its fleet of over 800 vessels and advanced capabilities in transportation and cross-border services. In turn, the Executive Director of Commerce and Industry at the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, Mohamed Al Kamali, stated: 'Several channels have been opened between the public and private sectors, and we have initiatives to ensure the continuity of ease of doing business, and we are keen on the flexibility of procedures.' He emphasized that there are permanent opportunities in the Abu Dhabi economy. In the same context, the Director of Khalifa Port Customs at 'Abu Dhabi Customs', Abdullah Al Mehairi, said that 'Abu Dhabi Customs' has worked on facilitating customs procedures to ensure the efficiency and speed of supply chains, as well as significantly reducing time, whether for ships or land shipping. Government officials in Abu Dhabi stated that crisis response plans have moved from the readiness phase to the implementation phase, confirming that securing supply chains and price stability are top priorities. They also confirmed this at the 'Traders Meeting with Decision Makers' event, organized yesterday by the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stating that the UAE will remain strong with its flexible, sustainability-based economy capable of facing crises, pointing to the acceleration and simplification of customs procedures to ensure the efficient and rapid operation of supply chains. In detail, the Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, Hamad Al Mazrouei, said: 'The UAE will remain strong, and its economy will be strong, as it is built on flexibility and sustainability.' Al Mazrouei added, during the 'Traders Meeting with Decision Makers' event organized yesterday by the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, that 'The Emirate of Abu Dhabi continues to enhance its position as a strong and flexible economy, supported by a forward-looking leadership and advanced policies that ensure sustainability in various circumstances.' He added: 'We are capable of overcoming challenges as we have done before, and we have moved our crisis and emergency response plans from the readiness phase to the implementation phase.' He pointed out that Abu Dhabi has achieved 18 consecutive quarters of economic growth, with the non-oil sectors contributing more than half of the GDP, reflecting the success of the economic diversification strategy, while non-oil foreign trade recorded strong double-digit growth rates, coinciding with the confirmation of the emirate's high credit ratings with stable outlooks in March 2026. In light of current challenges, Al Mazrouei explained that the government moved quickly and efficiently by activating a comprehensive package to enhance the flexibility of the financial sector in cooperation with the Central Bank, in addition to forming a unified economic task force to ensure the continuity of supply chains and the uninterrupted flow of goods. He mentioned that the competent authorities have conducted more than 2,200 inspection tours since the beginning of last March, resulting in 500 warnings and 130 violations to control markets and prevent unjustified price increases, while applying a comprehensive daily control that extends to suppliers and external markets. Al Mazrouei confirmed that markets and commercial activities continue to operate normally without any impact on licenses, trade, or investment services, while maintaining the stability of vital sectors such as construction. He stressed that all measures taken aim to protect the continuity of business and enhance market confidence, calling on the business community to benefit from the 'Traders Meeting' platform to communicate directly with decision-makers and contribute to shaping economic policies. He noted that Abu Dhabi will continue its journey with confidence, working in partnership with the private sector to build a stronger and more flexible economy capable of facing challenges. In turn, the Executive Director of Sustainability at Abu Dhabi Ports Group, Captain Saif Al Mehairi, said that 'Abu Dhabi Ports' has confirmed its operational readiness and service continuity by proactively activating crisis management and business continuity plans, in close coordination with the relevant authorities in the UAE, which ensures the safety of individuals and the sustainability of operations. He added that all ports and stations of the group within the country are operating at full operational capacity without any interruption, supported by their integrated operational model that includes ports, maritime shipping, logistics services, economic cities, and digital solutions, which enhances their ability to quickly adapt to various challenges. Al Mehairi pointed out that the group has strengthened its network of operations by deploying additional routes and ships through India, Pakistan, Africa, and the Middle East, which supports trade and ensures the flow of essential goods, in addition to activating alternative routes through the eastern coast of the country to reduce dependence on congested sea lanes.
