The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Finance reported on the UAE delegation’s participation in the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund Spring Meetings in Washington on 13–18 April 2026, highlighting strengthened strategic partnerships with international financial institutions and bilateral counterparts alongside discussions on the global economic outlook, financial stability and resilience. Led by Minister of State for Financial Affairs Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, the delegation participated in G20 discussions on growth and financial stability and in the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) on recent global economic developments and approaches to strengthen financial-system resilience, including the role of balanced and flexible fiscal policies. Engagements also included a meeting of finance ministers and central bank governors from the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan region with the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, as well as bilateral meetings focused on knowledge exchange and finance and development opportunities. Separately, Undersecretary Younis Haji AlKhoori led the UAE delegation to BRICS meetings of deputy finance ministers and central bank governors, which discussed cooperation among emerging economies and expanded financial and economic partnerships. The Ministry indicated it will build on these engagements to expand cooperation with international partners and translate outcomes into practical initiatives aligned with the UAE’s economic priorities and the readiness of its financial system.

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