997. Deputy Conor Sheehan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment if Enterprise Ireland plans to open an office in Abu Dhabi; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56069/26]

Enterprise Ireland's UAE office is based in Dubai, which serves as a regional hub for the UAE and the wider Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The majority of Enterprise Ireland's client engagement, market development activity, and regional operations are coordinated through Dubai, reflecting its role as the principal commercial centre for many international businesses operating across the Gulf and wider region. The Dubai office supports Irish companies pursuing opportunities across the UAE as well as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and other MENA markets.

While Enterprise Ireland does not currently have a dedicated office in Abu Dhabi, the agency maintains a presence there through close collaboration with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and access to facilities within Ireland House. This arrangement enables Enterprise Ireland to engage effectively with Abu Dhabi-based stakeholders, government entities, sovereign wealth funds, investors, and enterprise partners while leveraging the broader resources of its regional team in Dubai.

Enterprise Ireland continually reviews its international footprint to ensure it is aligned with the needs of Irish exporters, international buyers and strategic partners. However, there are currently no plans to establish a standalone Enterprise Ireland office in Abu Dhabi.