His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi is the United Arab Emirates’ Minister of Foreign Trade. He is responsible for leading the development of non-oil foreign trade, the expansion of global trade partnerships, and increasing UAE exports.

As part of his role, Dr. Al Zeyoudi leads the nation’s efforts to secure Comprehensive Economic Partnerships Agreements (CEPAs) with strategic allies around the world, which supports the UAE’s aim to boost non-oil trade to $1.1 trillion by 2031.

Prior to his appointment in June 2025, Dr. Al Zeyoudi served as Minister of State for Foreign Trade (2020-2025). Dr. Al Zeyoudi is also the former Minister of Climate Change and Environment (2016-2020), where he was instrumental in elevating the UAE’s global presence and contributions in climate mitigation and adaptation.

Over the course of Dr. Al Zeyoudi’s career, he has led and contributed to shaping international policy and legal frameworks in areas including trade, energy, environment, and sustainable development.

Dr. Al Zeyoudi’s considerable expertise, dynamic leadership, and track record for driving the formation of global alliances have been fundamental to his success in delivering on his various mandates and in furthering the UAE’s efforts on economic growth and diversification.