Our Strategy

Abu Dhabi Fund for Development adopts a comprehensive and agile strategy that reflects the UAE’s visionary leadership and forward-looking aspirations. Guided by a commitment to excellence, the Fund aims to be a global leader in development financing and a strong contributor to the UAE’s national economy.

Aligned with the UAE’s foreign aid policy, ADFD’s strategy focuses on driving sustainable economic growth and creating lasting prosperity in partner countries—tailored to their unique development needs—while building a brighter and more sustainable future for generations to come.

Developed in line with global best practices and advanced benchmarking, the strategy sets smart and flexible performance indicators that enable the Fund to adapt effectively to evolving global challenges and opportunities. It reinforces the UAE’s global economic leadership, ensures the sustainability of its achievements, and strengthens its impact both locally and internationally.

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Various transitions on the global political stage and shifting economic cycles
Fluctuations in the global economy impacting exchange rates, loan rates, interest rates, as well as financing instruments
Key Pillars of ADFD’s Strategy:
  • Proactive adaptation to the fast-changing global economic landscape.
  • Supporting the UAE’s vision of building a competitive, globally influential economy.
  • Advancing sustainable development efforts locally and internationally.
  • Enhancing the UAE’s leadership in driving economic growth.
  • Attracting impactful investment opportunities with long-term development value.
  • Establishing strong foundations for the growth of future industries.
  • Leveraging innovative and effective financing tools that align with global trends and beneficiary needs.
  • Strengthening the competitiveness of UAE industries and increasing their contribution to GDP.
  • Developing and empowering national talent to keep pace with future opportunities.