The United Arab Emirates (UAE) cemented its expanding role on the global financial stage during the Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund, held in Washington, D.C., from April 13 to 18, 2026.
The country’s growing influence was evident as it engaged in high-level discussions and initiatives aimed at shaping the future of international finance.
The UAE delegation, led by Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, delivered substantive outcomes across multilateral sessions and high-level bilateral engagements, with participation from senior government officials.
The meetings resulted in strengthening strategic partnerships with international financial institutions and global counterparts, as well as discussing the global economic outlook, while also exchanging perspectives on how to support financial stability and enhance the resilience of the global economy amid current challenges.
Al Hussaini said that the UAE’s participation in this year’s Spring Meetings yielded significant outcomes that further consolidate the country’s position on the global economic stage.
Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini Minister of State for Financial Affairs
“The engagement is part of the UAE’s commitment to supporting international efforts to ensure global financial stability and to advancing effective partnerships that address evolving economic dynamics. We will continue to build on the outcomes of these meetings to expand cooperation with our international partners, support sustainable economic growth, and reinforce the UAE’s position as a global financial hub and a key partner in shaping the future of the global economy.”
The UAE delegation participated in the G20 meetings, where discussions touched on the global economic outlook and challenges related to growth and financial stability.
Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini stressed that “strengthening international coordination is fundamental to addressing global economic challenges and supporting more sustainable and inclusive growth.”
As part of its participation in the meetings of the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), the delegation discussed recent global economic developments and mechanisms to enhance the resilience of financial systems.
The Emirati delegation also took part in the meeting of finance ministers and central bank governors of the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan region with the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund. Discussions addressed regional economic challenges and ways to support financial stability.
On the sidelines, the delegation held a series of bilateral meetings with international partners and representatives of global financial institutions, focusing on knowledge exchange and exploring new opportunities in finance and development, further reinforcing the UAE’s position as a global financial hub and a key partner in supporting the international economic system.
Younis Haji AlKhoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance, led the UAE delegation at the BRICS meetings, which brought together deputy finance ministers and central bank governors. Discussions addressed ways to enhance cooperation among emerging economies and expand financial and economic partnerships.
