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Overview
From October 31 to November 9, 2024, the Government of Alberta is leading a trade mission to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to enhance trade relationships in the region by participating in the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) and through events in Dubai.
The Alberta opportunity
With some of the world’s largest oil and gas reserves and the lowest taxes in Canada, the province of Alberta is an innovative leader in responsible energy development, emissions reduction and clean technology. Located in Western Canada, Alberta is home to some of the world’s most livable cities with a young, educated, innovative, entrepreneurial and diverse population, a burgeoning tech sector and one of the most business-friendly climates in North America.
Alberta’s mission to UAE
In the UAE, the Government of Alberta will discuss shared priorities in oil and gas production, emissions reduction and clean technology, agriculture, technology, life sciences, transportation and logistics.
ADIPEC is the world’s largest energy industry gathering with more than 2,200 organizations from across the global energy ecosystem. Alberta will have a booth at the event and support companies in business-to-business meetings and networking events. The government will also meet with officials and industry representatives and connect with companies interested in investing in the province.
Alberta has a number of strengths in a variety of sectors that can support the UAE in continuing to expand their prosperity and build their economy, including energy, agriculture and clean technology.
Minister’s message
Alberta has an incredible story to tell on the world stage and I look forward to advancing our shared interests with the UAE. Our province boasts the most investment-friendly environment in Canada, a competitive tax system, a highly educated workforce, an abundance of energy products such as oil and gas manufacturing, a world-class education system and a robust research and development pipeline."
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Biography
Matt Jones was sworn in as the Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade on June 9, 2023. He previously served as the Minister of Affordability and Utilities and the Minister of Children's Services.
Prior to his service as an elected official, Mr. Jones worked as an investment banker helping Alberta based businesses with capital raises, acquisitions and divestitures.
Mr. Jones is a CFA Charter holder and holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Calgary’s Haskayne School of Business.
Matt Jones was first elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-South East on April 16, 2019 and was re-elected on May 29, 2023.
Alberta-UAE key facts
Photograph taken in Abu Dhabi, UAE
Trade with Alberta
The UAE is experiencing dramatic economic growth and is Alberta’s largest export market in the region. Many goods exported to the UAE are re-exported as the country is a major regional distribution center.
Alberta exported nearly $243 million to the UAE in 2023, consisting primarily of canola seeds, wheat, lentils, machinery and electronics.
Alberta’s imports from the UAE were $67.8 million in 2023, consisting primarily of articles of iron or steel, jewelry, plastic and iron pipes, chemicals and cargo containers. The top Alberta import was structures or parts of structures or prefabricated buildings, comprising 48.4% of total Alberta imports from UAE in 2023.
Alberta and the UAE have a longstanding relationship and strong economic ties in many sectors with emerging opportunities for Alberta in onshore gas development and manufacturing.
Investing in Alberta
To support potential investors, the Government of Alberta offers wayfinding services, online investment tools and sector specific knowledge to help businesses, operators and investors to grow their investments in Alberta.
In collaboration with economic development partners such as Invest Alberta Corporation, the government takes an ecosystem approach to ensure that the support to investors is coordinated between governments, private industry and other partners. This support includes, but is not limited to:
- coordination of investment service with partners, including governments, investors, operators and economic development agencies, among others
- wayfinding support for project proponents to address issues that require cross-government coordination and advocacy
- data to support investment decision-making using the Alberta Site Selector Tool, a self-serve digital platform that helps businesses and investors find and evaluate suitable properties to expand or locate their business in communities across Alberta. Additional economic data is available on the Alberta Economic Dashboard.
Key sectors
Learn more about Alberta’s market opportunities that are right for you: Why choose Alberta
Trade and export expansion contacts
Ryan Radke
Director, Trade – Middle East and Africa
Trade and Export Expansion Branch
Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade
Government of Alberta
Alberta, Canada
Phone: +1-780-905-4809
Email: [email protected]
Nicole Ng-Muk-Yuen
Senior Trade Officer – Middle East and Africa
Trade and Export Expansion Branch
Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade
Government of Alberta
Alberta, Canada
Phone: +1-587-984-7617
Email: [email protected]
Aaron Poirier
Senior Trade Officer – Middle East and Africa
Trade and Export Expansion Branch
Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade
Government of Alberta
Alberta, Canada
Phone: +1-780-668-3237
Email: [email protected]