Discussions focused on global economic challenges and ways to support more resilient financial systems
The UAE reinforced its growing influence on the global financial stage during the Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund in Washington from 13 to 18 April 2026.
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 meetings, with participation from senior government officials.
The meetings helped strengthen strategic partnerships with international financial institutions and global counterparts, while also providing a platform to discuss the global economic outlook, support financial stability, and enhance the resilience of the global economy amid current challenges.
Al Hussaini said the UAE’s participation in this year’s Spring Meetings produced significant outcomes that further consolidate the country’s position on the global economic stage.
He noted that the engagement reflects the UAE’s commitment to supporting international efforts to ensure global financial stability and to building effective partnerships that address changing economic conditions.
He added: “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.”
G20 stresses financial coordination
The UAE delegation also participated in the G20 meetings, where discussions covered the global economic outlook and challenges related to growth and financial stability. Al Hussaini stressed that strengthening international coordination is essential 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 ways to enhance the resilience of financial systems. Al Hussaini said that balanced and flexible fiscal policies are essential to ensuring the global economy can navigate future challenges.
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 IMF, where discussions focused on regional economic challenges and ways to support financial stability.
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Deepening BRICS finance ties
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 new opportunities in finance and development, further reinforcing the UAE’s position as a global financial hub and a key partner in 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. The discussions addressed ways to enhance cooperation among emerging economies and expand financial and economic partnerships.
AlKhoori said the UAE is committed to supporting international efforts to promote economic integration and open new avenues for cooperation that contribute to global financial stability.
He added: “Participation in the Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund provided an important platform to bolster international relations. The meetings and bilateral engagements have opened new channels for cooperation and enhanced knowledge exchange with international financial institutions. We are committed to translating these outcomes into practical initiatives that support the UAE’s economic priorities and enhance the readiness of its financial system to keep pace with global transformations.”
