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Ajman DED holds final session of Ramadan Economic Majlis

AJMAN, 13th April, 2023 (WAM) — The Department of Economic Development in Ajman (Ajman DED), in cooperation with the Ministry of Economy, organised the third and final session of the Ramadan Economic Majlis to introduce “UAE Circular Economy Policy 2021 – 2031” to the investors, companies, and entrepreneurs in Ajman. This policy was approved by the Cabinet and introduced by Abdulaziz Al Nuaimi, Assistant Undersecretary for the Commercial Affairs Regulatory Sector at the Ministry of Economy. The session was organised by Ajman DED in cooperation with the Organising Committee for the “Ramadan in Ajman” Activities and the Citizens Affairs Office under the slogan “Sustainable Economy”. It was inaugurated by Abdullah Ahmed Al Hamrani, Director-General of Ajman DED, and Maryam Al Mamari, Chairperson of the Organising Committee for the “Ramadan in Ajman” Activities. During the session, the strategic partners, media, and coordinators who had a clear impact on the success of the council were honoured. On this occasion, Al Hamrani stressed that this session of the Ramadan Economic Majlis affirms the importance of concerted efforts in educating society and entrepreneurs about the future economy and the most important sectors that contribute to advancing the UAE’s economic growth, the most important of which is the “Circular Economy Policy” adopted by the Cabinet. He added, “Our partnership with the Ministry of Economy is a strategic partnership that aims to support economic growth in Ajman in particular and in the UAE in general, and through our cooperation with partners, we achieve success and leadership.” For his part, Al Nuaimi said, “The Ministry is keen to strengthen its partnership with the government and private sectors and accelerate the pace of work in order to implement and apply 22 circular economy policies, which are based on 4 main sectors, which are manufacturing, food, infrastructure, and transportation, to support the country’s efforts towards achieving sustainability. He added that the “UAE Circular Economy Policy 2021-2031” represents a comprehensive framework for stimulating investment in clean energy and natural resources and implementing production and consumption practices by taking advantage of effective economic tools. l Nuaimi highlighted a set of initiatives launched by the state for a circular economy that support the transition towards a more sustainable economic model, in addition to the “Aluminum Recycling” project of Emirates Global Aluminum Company, and its role in supporting the country’s efforts towards green development.

Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)