Denis Manturov, the Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation and head of the Ministry of Industry and Trade, reported fruitful talks on industrial cooperation with Sultan bin Ahmed al-Jaber, the UAE’s Minister of Industry and Advanced Technologies. The discussion, summarized from Russian sources, focused on expanding collaboration across sectors and aligning regulatory and production frameworks between the two countries.
A central topic was oil and gas engineering, where both nations explored current demand in the United Arab Emirates and assessed Russia’s progress since 2014 as part of an ongoing import substitution program for oil and gas machinery. Manturov highlighted that a substantial portion of those measures is now bearing fruit in the Emirates, signaling stronger integration of Russian equipment and technology into UAE energy projects.
During the dialogue, it was noted that 17 standards already adopted by Russia and the United Arab Emirates in this field are now in force in both jurisdictions, creating a shared baseline that can reduce compliance friction and accelerate project timelines for cross-border procurement and co-production efforts.
Beyond energy engineering, the conversation extended to the pharmaceutical sector. Manturov emphasized that Russian pharmaceutical companies are actively pursuing opportunities in the UAE market. A key point raised was the need for a regulatory framework that would recognize joint Russian and Emirati standards, facilitating the development of finished dosage forms and active substances within the Emirates. This regulatory alignment would support greater local production and integration of Russian drugs into the UAE healthcare system.
Manturov also provided an update on industrial assembly projects in the region. He stated that the assembly of Aurus Senat cars has commenced at a dedicated production facility in Abu Dhabi. Looking ahead, plans were outlined to begin assembling Komendant crossovers and to open a showroom and customization studio for Aurus vehicles to serve local buyers, underscoring a broader strategy to establish high-tech automotive manufacturing in the UAE.
In closing remarks, it was indicated that these cooperative efforts are part of a broader initiative to strengthen bilateral industrial ties, diversify supply chains, and promote technology transfer between Russia and the United Arab Emirates. The discussions reflect a shared interest in expanding regional manufacturing capabilities, modernizing industrial bases, and creating regulatory environments conducive to cross-border investment and joint ventures. The conversations also underscore the UAE’s ongoing strategy to attract advanced manufacturing and automotive projects, while Russia seeks to expand its footprint in energy equipment, pharmaceuticals, and high-end automotive assembly in the Middle East region.