Arab Economic integration takes center stage at extraordinary council meeting

Arab Economic integration takes center stage at extraordinary council meeting
Tuesday 8 April 2025 - 12:34

The Economic and Social Council of the Arab League discussed strengthening economic integration among Arab countries during an extraordinary ministerial session held in Cairo.

Key topics included the creation of an Arab Customs Union and completing the requirements for the Greater Arab Free Trade Area.

These discussions are part of preparations for the upcoming Arab Economic and Social Development Summit in Iraq next month.

Ambassador Haifa Abu Ghazaleh emphasized that the General Secretariat is working on finalizing the summit’s agenda, which includes important developmental initiatives aimed at improving the lives of Arab citizens.

Experts highlighted the importance of removing tariff barriers and harmonizing trade policies to help support Arab economies in the face of global economic fluctuations.

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