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Canadian exports to the UAE hit $509m in 2006 BY A STAFF REPORTER 24 February 2007 DUBAI — Canadian businesses in the UAE are expected to continue strong growth in 2007 following record exports to the UAE which reached $509 million in 2006. The figures were announced during Canada Week 2007, a week-long celebration of Canadian culture and sports that took place from February 16 to 22 at the Fairmont Hotel in Dubai. AAKAR Developers extended its support to the event as sponsors and offered the Canadian Business Council a free office at its CBC Tower, which will be developed in Business Bay. The biannual event, which attracts several high profile dignitaries including the Canadian Ambassador to the UAE, Sara Hradecky, highlights the rich presence of Canadian art, culture and sport in Dubai. The proceeds from Canada Week 2007 will be donated to the Dubai Terry Fox Run and the Montreal children's hospital. The highlight of the week was the two-game International All Stars vs. the Dubai Mighty Camels that was held on February 18 and 19. "As the UAE emerges as a favourite destination for a large number of Canadian companies, events such as Canada Week 2007 will help Canadian companies gain a deeper understanding of the regional markets by sharing of best practices, ideas and experiences. We are very proud to associate with the Canadian Business Council to host such an event, which helps enhance bilateral relationships between Canada and UAE. Moreover, this event presents an excellent opportunity for participants to learn more about Canadian art, culture and tradition and its modern day significance," said Yadvinder Singh, CEO, AAKAR Developers. The volume of Canadian exports to the UAE topped $ 509 million in 2006 in comparison to $193 million in 2000 and has been growing faster than with any other country in the Middle East and North Africa. Over 40 Canadian companies have established offices in the UAE and the Canadian embassy and consulate are currently assisting Canadian companies in pursuing over $ 2 billion worth of projects in the region. "With over 40 Canadian enterprises with a firm presence in the UAE, trade mainly dominates Canada's relations with this country. Events such as Canada Week 2007 will help both countries sustain the economic and social relationships and it is evident that the growth in bilateral trade between Canada and UAE has strengthened the interest of Canadian investors in the country. Further, events like these are also very essential in building socio-cultural bonds between the two countries and help us create a better understanding of Canadian art, literature and culture among residents of the UAE. We thank AAKAR for extending their support to this event and contributing to its success," said Andrew Tice, Chairman of Canadian Business Council. AAKAR Developers Limited is a Canadian real estate and property developer involved in building the Dh200 million Canada Business Centre Tower (CBC) in Business Bay. AAKAR is primed for further expansion in regional markets, and is expected to announce more projects in the near future. The CBC Tower is AAKAR's first project in the region and follows two years of research and over Dh500 million of investment. +++ ------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Sponsor --------------------~--> Yahoo! Groups gets a make over. See the new email design. http://us.click.yahoo.com/hOt0.A/lOaOAA/yQLSAA/TySplB/TM --------------------------------------------------------------------~-> -------------------------- Want to discuss this topic? Head on over to our discussion list, [EMAIL PROTECTED] -------------------------- Brooks Isoldi, editor [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.intellnet.org Post message: [email protected] Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] *** FAIR USE NOTICE. 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