Sustainability and Food Security Delegation from Nebraska Visits UAE
to Promote Commercial and Educational Partnerships
WASHINGTON, DC (March 10, 2022) – In recent weeks, a high-level delegation from the State of Nebraska visited the UAE to attend Expo 2020 Dubai and Gulfood and to explore commercial and academic partnerships.
This trade and investment mission, the first of its kind, was co-led by the Secretary of the State of Nebraska and the National US-Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC).
“Wherever we visited in the UAE, we greatly enjoyed the hospitality of the Emirati people,” noted the Honorable Robert Evnen, Nebraska’s Secretary of State. “We identified numerous opportunities to build relationships between the UAE and Nebraska's businesses and universities. We look forward to following up in the weeks ahead.
This trade and investment mission, the first of its kind, was co-led by the Secretary of the State of Nebraska and the National US-Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC).
“Wherever we visited in the UAE, we greatly enjoyed the hospitality of the Emirati people,” noted the Honorable Robert Evnen, Nebraska’s Secretary of State. “We identified numerous opportunities to build relationships between the UAE and Nebraska's businesses and universities. We look forward to following up in the weeks ahead.
Nebraska delegation visits Expo 2020 in Dubai.
The mission revolved around the theme of Innovation, Sustainability, and Food Security. Nebraska is America’s top producer of quality beef, as well as a top producer of corn, soybeans, sorghum, popcorn, and other grains. To achieve these high yields, Nebraska relies upon precision agriculture, including sophisticated irrigation techniques.
The delegation consisted of 30 leaders representing academia, the private sector, and agricultural associations (Farm Bureau, Corn Board, Sorghum Producers, beef and dairy producers, etc). Businesses included companies in irrigation, home health care, network security, and others.
Under the auspices of the Abu Dhabi Education Council, professors from the University of Nebraska – specializing in sustainable agriculture – held discussions to engage in cooperative programs with such schools as Abu Dhabi University, Khalifa University, UAE University, and Zayed University.
With support from the UAE Embassy in Washington, DC and the US Embassy in the UAE, the delegation held meetings with multiple ministries, including the Ministries of Climate Change & Environment, Economy, Higher Education, and Energy & Infrastructure. Delegates also met with investment entities in the UAE to discuss two-way foreign direct investment.
The delegation consisted of 30 leaders representing academia, the private sector, and agricultural associations (Farm Bureau, Corn Board, Sorghum Producers, beef and dairy producers, etc). Businesses included companies in irrigation, home health care, network security, and others.
Under the auspices of the Abu Dhabi Education Council, professors from the University of Nebraska – specializing in sustainable agriculture – held discussions to engage in cooperative programs with such schools as Abu Dhabi University, Khalifa University, UAE University, and Zayed University.
With support from the UAE Embassy in Washington, DC and the US Embassy in the UAE, the delegation held meetings with multiple ministries, including the Ministries of Climate Change & Environment, Economy, Higher Education, and Energy & Infrastructure. Delegates also met with investment entities in the UAE to discuss two-way foreign direct investment.
Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri (center), UAE Minister of Climate Change & Environment, welcomes Nebraska delegates,
led by Secretary of State Robert Evnen (center left) and NUSACC President David Hamod (center right).
led by Secretary of State Robert Evnen (center left) and NUSACC President David Hamod (center right).
Nebraska was one of two US agricultural states featured at the US Pavilion at Expo 2020. In addition, delegates held special beef-cutting presentations at Gulfood and at the International Centre for Culinary Arts in Dubai.
Chambers of Commerce in the UAE warmly welcomed the Nebraska delegates. During the five-day day visit, economic forums were held in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Chamber, the Dubai Chamber, and the Sharjah Chamber.
Chambers of Commerce in the UAE warmly welcomed the Nebraska delegates. During the five-day day visit, economic forums were held in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Chamber, the Dubai Chamber, and the Sharjah Chamber.
H.E. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi (center rear), UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, discusses business development opportunities with Nebraska delegates.
A Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to
H.E. Sheikha Lubna Al-Qassimi, former UAE Minister of Economy, by David Hamod, NUSACC President & CEO. |
At the Abu Dhabi Chamber, a Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to HE Sheikha Lubna Al-Qassimi, who held multiple UAE ministerial posts over the years. NUSACC’s President & CEO, David Hamod, characterized HE Sheikha Lubna as a “role model and pioneer who has played an instrumental role in bringing our two nations closer together through commerce.”
“During my time as minister, we witnessed incredible growth in the relationship,” said HE Sheikha Lubna. “I attribute this not only to our governments’ efforts, but also to the chambers and business leaders, who created a strong bond and reached common goals in increasing trade and investment. I was privileged to be part of this, and I thank NUSACC for its longstanding support for the UAE – US commercial partnership.” |
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