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UAE Minister of State Noura Al Kaabi has concluded an official visit to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas as part of an expanded Caribbean tour aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in priority sectors. The visit focused on advancing digital transformation and economic partnerships between the two nations, according to the UAE’s official news agency WAM.
During her visit, Al Kaabi met with His Excellency Philip Davis, Prime Minister of the Bahamas, where discussions centered on enhancing digital transformation in government services and the opportunities it presents for supporting the tourism sector. The two sides agreed to accelerate the pace of cooperation in digital transformation while exploring expanded collaboration in agriculture, food security, and sustainable development.
UAE-Bahamas Bilateral Relations Advance Through Digital Cooperation
The meetings highlighted digital transformation as a cornerstone of the growing bilateral relations between the United Arab Emirates and the Bahamas. Both countries recognize the potential of modernizing government services to boost economic sectors, particularly tourism, which represents a vital industry for both nations.
Additionally, Minister Al Kaabi held discussions with His Excellency Frederick Mitchell, Foreign Minister of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. The meeting explored strengthening coordination within multilateral frameworks and ways to consolidate bilateral relations between the two countries.
Economic Agreements and Trade Enhancement
Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to continuing dialogue and completing key economic agreements that would support trade and investment growth. The proposed agreements aim to cement long-term economic cooperation between the UAE and the Bahamas, establishing a framework for sustained partnership.
The discussions also addressed several global and regional developments affecting both the Middle East and the Caribbean region. In particular, officials focused on challenges related to extremism, underscoring the importance of dialogue, prevention, and enhanced cooperation in addressing shared security concerns amid the changing international landscape.
Minister Al Kaabi Emphasizes Growing Partnership
Minister Al Kaabi emphasized the positive trajectory of UAE-Bahamas bilateral relations in her statement following the meetings. She noted that the relationship continues to grow through enhanced diplomatic communication, expanded economic cooperation prospects, and knowledge exchange in priority sectors.
According to the minister, both countries look forward to capitalizing on the progress achieved to establish relations that support sustainable growth, innovation, and mutual prosperity for both nations and their peoples. The minister was accompanied during the visit by Omar Shahadah, the Foreign Minister’s Envoy to Caribbean and Pacific nations.
Strategic Focus on Food Security and Agriculture
The expansion of cooperation into agriculture and food security represents a strategic priority for both countries. These sectors align with broader UAE initiatives to enhance food security through international partnerships and diversified supply chains.
Meanwhile, the emphasis on sustainable development reflects shared commitments to addressing climate challenges and environmental concerns. Both island and coastal nations face particular vulnerabilities to climate change, making cooperation in this area mutually beneficial.
The Caribbean tour demonstrates the UAE’s continued efforts to broaden diplomatic engagement beyond traditional regional partners. By establishing stronger ties with Caribbean nations, the Emirates seeks to create new opportunities for trade, investment, and cultural exchange.
However, the specific economic agreements referenced during the meetings have not yet been publicly detailed. Authorities from both countries are expected to continue negotiations on bilateral trade and investment frameworks in the coming months, though no concrete timeline for finalization has been announced.
