UAE President Receives France's Macron In Abu Dhabi During Gulf Tour To Strengthen Ties

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed ways to strengthen ties between the two countries during a meeting in Abu Dhabi on Monday.

The talks took place during Macron's official visit to the UAE as part of his Gulf tou, with both leaders exploring ways to expand cooperation in the economy, investment, energy, advanced technology and artificial intelligence.

They also reaffirmed their commitment to advancing cooperation in key sectors and moving forward with joint projects, particularly in energy, advanced technology and AI.

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The two leaders also discussed regional and international developments, particularly the situation in the Middle East and ongoing efforts to address its impact on maritime security and global energy supplies.

They stressed the importance of continued coordination to promote security, stability and peace across the region for the benefit of its countries and peoples.

During the visit, Sheikh Mohamed hosted a banquet in honour of Macron, who also signed the VIP guestbook, expressing his pride in the continued growth of UAE-France relations and wishing for further progress in ties between the two countries.

Macron's Gulf tour

Earlier, Macron visited Kuwait, where he was welcomed by Emir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.

The French president began his Gulf tour on Monday to strengthen economic and defence ties with regional partners, with visits to Bahrain and Qatar expected by Wednesday.

The tour comes amid regional turmoil linked to the US-Iran war, which began in February, and follows days of protests and disruption in France over the rising cost of living.

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