UAE And France Set to Strengthen Strategic Ties
Abu Dhabi, UAE – UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received French President His Excellency Emmanuel Macron upon his arrival in the UAE on an official visit on Monday. The visit included discussions on strengthening cooperation between the two countries across key sectors, including the economy, investment, energy, advanced technology and artificial intelligence.
An official reception ceremony was held for President Macron at the airport. The national anthems of the UAE and France were played, while an honour guard stood in salute to welcome the French leader.
The reception was attended by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; and Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President, along with several ministers and officials.
UAE and France Focus on Strategic Cooperation
During the visit, H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and President Macron discussed ways to expand the strategic partnership between the UAE and France. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to cooperation in important sectors and to advancing joint projects, particularly in energy, advanced technology and artificial intelligence.
The discussions also covered regional and international developments, with particular attention to the situation in the Middle East and its impact on maritime security and global energy supplies.
Both sides highlighted the importance of strengthening coordination to support regional security, stability and peace.
Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Stronger Relations
As part of the official visit, the UAE President hosted a banquet in honour of the French President. President Macron also signed the VIP guestbook, expressing his pride in the continued development of relations between the UAE and France and his hope for further growth in bilateral ties.
The meeting and banquet were attended by senior UAE officials, including the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, the Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs, the Advisor to the UAE President, and several ministers and government representatives.
The visit reflects the continued engagement between the UAE and France as the two countries seek to expand cooperation in strategic sectors and support their shared development goals.
Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM) and Abu Dhabi Government Media Office.
