UAE President, Benin President Discuss Strengthening Economic and Investment Cooperation
Abu Dhabi, The Gulf Observer: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and President of the Republic of Benin His Excellency Romuald Wadagni held talks on Sunday to explore ways to strengthen bilateral relations, with particular emphasis on economic and investment cooperation.
Welcoming President Wadagni, who is on a working visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sheikh Mohamed expressed hope that the visit would contribute to further enhancing cooperation between the two countries in support of their shared development priorities and the prosperity of their peoples.
The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations and exploring new avenues for cooperation, particularly in renewable energy, agriculture, infrastructure and food security.
Their discussions also covered the 2026 United Nations Water Conference, scheduled to be hosted by the UAE in December. They highlighted the importance of the conference in advancing international efforts to address water-related challenges, improve water management practices and ensure the sustainability of water resources.
Sheikh Mohamed reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to strengthening development cooperation with countries across Africa, including Benin, and to establishing sustainable partnerships that promote long-term growth and prosperity.
The meeting was attended by H.H. 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.
Members of the delegation accompanying the Beninese president, including a number of ministers and officials, also attended the meeting.
