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Abu Dhabi non-oil foreign trade rises 37.5%
Abu Dhabi Department of Finance (DoF) Customs Administration on Sunday said its non-oil foreign trade has increased 37.5 per cent in 2007 compared to 2006.
- Staff Report
- Published: 23:50 April 20, 2008
Dubai: Abu Dhabi Department of Finance (DoF) Customs Administration on Sunday said its non-oil foreign trade has increased 37.5 per cent in 2007 compared to 2006.
The export, re-export and import volume grew to Dh74 billion and 763 million in 2007 from Dh54 billion and 366 million in 2006. "The growth in external trade reflects the developmental dynamic of Abu Dhabi," said Saeed Al Muhairi, vice-director of the Abu Dhabi Customs Administration.
"The accurate figures presented with clarity will be a valuable source of reference for governmental institutions, private establishments, economic research centres and individuals.
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"We are committed to providing the best services and solutions to all users, and promote Abu Dhabi as a promising investment destination and energise commercial trade with our partners. We are dedicated to providing UAE nationals and residents of the country with the highest living standards by translating into reality the mission of the DoF, which calls for establishing an integrated system of government resources and creating economic growth."
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