Al Owais emphasised the importance of UAE-Korean relations, describing them as a distinguished model of strategic partnership built on mutual respect and common interests. He added that the meeting serves as an ideal platform to enhance direct dialogue between the business communities of both countries. Al Owais highlighted that the UAE has established an economic model based on openness, diversification, and active international partnerships. For his part, Jin Sik Yoon affirmed that the United Arab Emirates is Korea’s foremost strategic partner in the middle East. He noted that the Business Council will be the platform through which companies can connect to create tangible opportunities for cooperation and lead future industries on the global stage.