"We
have the will and the drive to help our businesses continue to grow and expand
in other countries overseas particularly in the Gulf region." This was
stated by the Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade Ian Borg
while he was addressing a seminar organised by Trade Malta on business
opportunities in the United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.
Minister
Ian Borg stated that in the past months, as Minister responsible for
International Trade, he had the opportunity to visit the United Arab Emirates,
Saudi Arabia and in the near future even Qatar in order to have more
discussions with the relative Authorities to create more opportunities for
Maltese and Gozitan businesses.
Minister
Borg reiterated how this region is going through a period of strong economic
growth and is attracting innovative businesses. He went on to say how in the
discussions he had during the past months, many countries aim to continue
growing commercial relations with our country because they believe in the
potential Malta has as a bridge between two essential continents.
Minister Ian Borg
also presided over two agreements made through Trade Malta which will continue
to help in their operation.