The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry convened the Multaqa Al Tujjar: Private Sector Leaders & Decision Makers Forum at the Abu Dhabi Energy Centre, bringing together senior government officials and private sector executives to enhance coordination, address market priorities, and align on economic objectives.

The forum follows a series of recent high-level meetings between government entities and business leaders aimed at maintaining market stability and addressing supply chain pressures amid shifting global economic conditions.

Positioned as a platform for institutional alignment, the event focused on translating policy into implementation, enabling real-time engagement between decision-makers and businesses, and addressing operational challenges. Discussions centred on measures to support business continuity, strengthen supply chain resilience, and reinforce Abu Dhabi’s capacity to navigate global uncertainty.

Sessions also highlighted efforts to improve the business environment through targeted programmes and regulatory reforms, against the backdrop of continued non-oil sector growth supporting the UAE’s economic diversification strategy.

Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the chamber, said the emirate’s economic model is underpinned by institutional alignment, regulatory clarity, and collaboration between the public and private sectors. He added that insights from the roundtables would support more targeted policy responses, with a focus on maintaining trade flows, strengthening supply chains, and ensuring business confidence.

Participants included representatives from key entities such as the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, Abu Dhabi Ports Group, Abu Dhabi Customs, Abu Dhabi Investment Office, Integrated Transport Centre, 7X, Etihad Credit Insurance, Dell Technologies, and Presight.

A key outcome highlighted at the forum was the ADEED platform, a digital system designed to provide real-time supply chain data, enabling companies to make proactive decisions and supporting Abu Dhabi’s positioning as a global logistics hub.

The forum opened with closed-door roundtables focused on the tourism and industrial sectors, addressing challenges, opportunities, and strategies to enhance supply chain efficiency and business continuity. Discussions emphasised policies aimed at strengthening trade, logistics, and industrial competitiveness, while supporting the transition to a knowledge-based economy.

The first panel outlined measures to support business continuity and supply chain resilience, including contingency planning, improved coordination, expanded port capacity, faster handling, and streamlined goods flow. Officials also highlighted private sector support initiatives such as simplified customs procedures, fast-track clearance, expanded digital services, and increased engagement.

The second panel examined Abu Dhabi’s trade and logistics competitiveness, citing strong infrastructure, regulatory flexibility, and opportunities for cross-sector growth, alongside the role of digital platforms in enhancing tracking and decision-making.

The final panel focused on the impact of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies on the business environment and economic transformation.