Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Injects AED1.47 Billion into Central Bank of Sudan

• His Excellency Mohammed Al Suwaidi: UAE keen on nurturing bilateral ties with the Sudanese government and supporting their developmental goals 
• Crucial deposit will stimulate economic growth in Sudan

Abu Dhabi-UAE: 23 January, 2017:  Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) deposited AED1.47 billion into the Central Bank of Sudan (CBOS) to secure increased liquidity and stimulate economic growth in Sudan. 

His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of ADFD, signed an agreement to that effect with His Excellency Hazim Abdegadir Ahmed Babiker, Governor and Chairman of the Board of the CBOS. 

Reaffirming the UAE’s keenness in strengthening bilateral relations with Sudan, His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi said: “The agreement, draws on the directives of the UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, to enhance mutual collaboration and underpin the Sudanese government’s efforts to overcome economic challenges.” 

He added: “The deep-rooted affiliation between our two countries is a prime example of productive collaboration among nations. Over the past few decades, the UAE has proactively supported the long-term socio-economic development efforts of the Sudanese government.” 

For his part, His Excellency Hazim Babiker expressed his deepest appreciation for the UAE’s wise leadership and praised the people of the UAE for their unwavering support to the Sudanese. Furthermore, he commended the UAE government on its invaluable assistance in overcoming financial and economic challenges in Sudan. 

Lauding the relevance of the agreement, he profoundly thanked ADFD for the financial injection that aims to promote monetary and fiscal stability in the country, encourage investment and optimise cash flow. 

Since 1976, ADFD has continued to successfully drive sustainable development activities in Sudan across key sectors, most notably energy, transport, water and agriculture.