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Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade rises 36 percent to over $113.1 billion in 2025

April 29, 2026·Economy Middle East

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GCC CONTEXT

Non-oil merchandise trade expansion in Abu Dhabi reflects broader GCC economic diversification efforts, where emirates have systematically developed re-export hubs, manufacturing capacity, and regional trade corridors to reduce reliance on hydrocarbon revenues. Trade growth of this magnitude historically correlates with increased port utilization, logistics sector activity, and working capital demands across banking and maritime services—sectors that feature prominently in GCC equity and credit markets. The durability of such trade flows depends on regional supply-chain stability, global demand for re-exported goods, and the competitiveness of UAE logistics infrastructure relative to other Middle Eastern trading centers.

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