UAE, France Reaffirm Strategic Partnership, Pledge to Expand Cooperation in Key Sectors
Abu Dhabi, The Gulf Observer: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and French President Emmanuel Macron have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening strategic relations between the two countries and expanding cooperation in key sectors, including the economy, investment, energy, advanced technology and artificial intelligence (AI).
The two leaders held a meeting in Abu Dhabi on Monday during the French president’s official visit to the United Arab Emirates, where they discussed ways to further enhance bilateral ties in line with their shared vision for development and prosperity.
During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Macron reiterated their commitment to advancing UAE-France cooperation in vital sectors and accelerating progress on joint projects, particularly in energy, advanced technology and artificial intelligence.
The two leaders also exchanged views on regional and international developments, with particular focus on the evolving situation in the Middle East and ongoing efforts to address its implications for maritime security and global energy supplies.
They underscored the importance of strengthening coordination and joint efforts to promote security, stability and peace across the region for the benefit of all countries and peoples.
Following the meeting, the UAE president hosted a banquet in honour of the visiting French president.
Macron also signed the VIP guestbook, expressing pride in the continued progress of UAE-France relations and wishing for further growth and development in bilateral ties.
The meeting and banquet were attended by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President; and several ministers and senior officials.
