Abu Dhabi to develop partnership with Italy

"The next period will see the launch of a flurry of economic and industrial partnership projects with Italy. A joint economic council similar to the recently formed one between Abu Dhabi and Singapore is expected soon," Khaldoun Al Mubarak, chairman of the executive authority in Abu Dhabi, told reporters at the Castillo Palace in Italy. He was speaking at an event held to promote Abu Dhabi's tourism and economic achievements and landmarks. The event was hosted by Mubadala Development Company in conjunction with Etihad Airways, Al Dar Properties and Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority.