Abu Dhabi delegation wraps up Milan visit focused on finance and trade ties

A high-level delegation from Abu Dhabi has concluded a series of strategic meetings in Milan aimed at strengthening its role in global financial services and advancing economic growth priorities, according to the Emirates News Agency.

The delegation was led by ADGM, Abu Dhabi’s international financial center.

Officials said the meetings brought together global financial institutions, industry leaders and sector participants. Engagements focused on reinforcing ties with asset managers, private equity firms, banks and family offices.

Discussions centered on capital deployment, cross-border expansion and structuring opportunities across sectors, supported by Abu Dhabi’s business environment, which officials described as stable and well-regulated.

The visit comes as the United Arab Emirates and Italy deepen cooperation under a strategic partnership signed in 2025.

Officials said the Milan meetings also followed Abu Dhabi’s economic delegation visit to Italy in January 2026, during which agreements were signed to support entrepreneurship, manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, financial services and AgriTech.

Through ADGM, Abu Dhabi offers a legal and regulatory framework based on the direct application of English common law, officials said, allowing institutions to establish operations, deploy capital and manage international business activities.

As part of the visit, Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi attended the launch of Salone del Mobile, one of the world’s leading events for design, manufacturing and interiors.

Officials said the participation reflects a long-term strategy to deepen collaboration between Abu Dhabi and major international markets, support joint initiatives and promote the exchange of expertise across sectors.

Al Zaabi said Abu Dhabi’s priority was to engage in markets where capital is being allocated and to ensure the emirate remains part of those discussions.

He said ADGM provides clarity, enforceability and long-term stability, enabling capital to be structured and deployed confidently in support of cross-border investment.

Al Zaabi added that Abu Dhabi’s economy links financial investment with industry, trade and emerging sectors, helping sustain growth and strengthen its position as a global capital center.

During the trip, Al Zaabi and delegation members also visited RAK Ceramics, a UAE-based manufacturer with an international presence.

Officials said the visit highlighted the ability of national companies to operate across global markets and underscored the role of industrial sectors in economic diversification and export growth.

They said the Milan engagements reflected Abu Dhabi’s broader strategy of connecting financial services, industrial capability and emerging sectors within one economic framework.