West Virginia

Ranks 44th (2009) among US states exporting merchandise to the UAE. 2009 exports were valued at $12 million.

The UAE ranks 42nd (2009) among West Virginia's global export markets.

West Virginia's top exports to the UAE in 2006-09 include:

Aerospace – $4.1 million or 36.2% of the state's global exports

Carbon Products– $1.6 million or 10.5% of the state's global exports

Cellulose – $1.5 million or 1.6% of the state's global exports

Machinery Parts – $1.1 million or 10.1% of the state's global exports

The UAE has made key investments in West Virginia companies since 2006 of approximately $150 million.

Exports to the UAE supported employment of 110 individuals in the state during 2009.