Post by : Badri Ariffin

The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has unveiled its 2025 Annual Report, underscoring its pivotal contribution to global sustainable progress while boosting the UAE’s economic prowess and expanding its export avenues worldwide.

This report showcases ADFD’s comprehensive strategy in utilizing innovative financing and investment strategies to establish lasting economic partnerships with countries, aligned with the UAE's developmental assistance policies. This method exemplifies the Fund’s dedication to inclusive and sustainable economic advancement on a global scale.

Contributions Aligned with National Priorities

ADFD’s efforts are strongly aligned with essential UAE national objectives, including:

• UAE Export Development Policy

• UAE Centennial 2071

• Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030

Through its export financing branch, Abu Dhabi Export Office (ADEX), the Fund creates opportunities for UAE products and services to gain a global footprint.

Noteworthy Financing Achievements & Impact Worldwide

• Total financing achieved: AED 250 billion across 108 nations

• Breakdown: AED 158.96B in concessional loans, AED 58.23B in government grants, AED 2.18B in direct funding

• 2025 principal projects: 13 initiatives totaling AED 2.2B focusing on renewable energy, infrastructure, education, technology, and water security

These investments bolster economic progress, enhance quality of life, and promote sustainable development across allied nations.

Bolstering UAE’s Economy & Expanding Global Exports

ADFD, via ADEX, has allocated AED 6.6B in financing, facilitating over 34 export agreements and empowering UAE businesses to enter more than 40 international markets. This strategy reflects a commitment to:

• Increasing private sector involvement

• Improving export competitiveness

• Harnessing global opportunities for UAE firms

Overview of Operational & Investment Performance

The Fund's total investments reached AED 13.59B, strategically bolstering:

• Economic growth in partner nations

• Strengthening financial systems

• Fostering sustainable employment

• Ensuring enduring financial security

Insights from Leadership

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, ADFD Chairman, highlighted the Fund’s essential role as a strategic development facilitator, linking the UAE to global economies and fostering international economic stability.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, ADFD Vice Chairman, pointed out that development diplomacy is central to the UAE’s global endeavors, enhancing stability, partnerships, and humanitarian values.

H.E. Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of ADFD, remarked that the Fund's 2025 successes symbolize continuous development through innovation, global collaboration, and unwavering support for the UAE economy, creating measurable impacts on communities globally.

ADFD remains committed to strengthening global alliances and promoting sustainable growth. The Fund connects the UAE’s economic advancements with the global development landscape, ensuring that innovative financing yields lasting benefits for both partner countries and UAE exporters. It is recognized worldwide for enhancing soft power through development diplomacy.

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