UAE, South Korean President Discuss Bilateral Ties, Cooperation

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his South Korean counterpart, Yoon Suk Yeol, in Seoul on Wednesday (WAM)
United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his South Korean counterpart, Yoon Suk Yeol, in Seoul on Wednesday (WAM)
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UAE, South Korean President Discuss Bilateral Ties, Cooperation

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his South Korean counterpart, Yoon Suk Yeol, in Seoul on Wednesday (WAM)
United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his South Korean counterpart, Yoon Suk Yeol, in Seoul on Wednesday (WAM)

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his South Korean counterpart, Yoon Suk Yeol, discussed in Seoul on Wednesday the means to explore opportunities to build upon the Special Strategic Partnership between the two countries and expand bilateral cooperation across various fields.
The discussions also highlighted the latest regional and international developments of interest for both.
The Emirati President is on a two-day official state visit to South Korea as part of an Asian tour that also includes China.
The Korean President stressed that the visit of his Emirati counterpart will contribute to strengthening the UAE-Korean relations in all aspects, serving the vision of the two countries and their direction towards achieving sustainable prosperity for their peoples.
The leaders reviewed existing and potential cooperation in economy, investment, conventional and clean energy, peaceful nuclear energy, and defense technology. They also explored opportunities in science, technology, sustainability, and culture.
Both sides then exchanged views on regional and international issues, emphasizing the importance of supporting efforts to promote peace, stability, and development in the Middle East.
They stressed the need for global cooperation to build bridges of communication and collaboration for inclusive development.
Sheikh Mohammed stated that the UAE and South Korea enjoy deep strategic relations based on common interests, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to global peace and prosperity, according to the Emirati news agency, WAM.
He also noted that since 2009, the two countries have successfully partnered on one of the UAE’s most significant strategic development projects, the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant.
The Republic of Korea is also one of the UAE’s most significant trading partners both regionally and globally, the Emirati President said.
The leaders then witnessed the signing of a landmark Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the UAE and South Korea, paving the way for a new chapter of economic cooperation and mutual growth.
The two sides also signed a framework agreement on climate change cooperation between their governments.



Saudi Crown Prince Arrives in UAE on Private Visit

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman - SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman - SPA
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Saudi Crown Prince Arrives in UAE on Private Visit

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman - SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman - SPA

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrived in the United Arab Emirates on a private visit.