UAE, S.Korea Leaders Discuss Cooperation Relations, Strategic Projects

UAE's President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with President of South Korea Yoon Suk Yeol (WAM)
UAE's President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with President of South Korea Yoon Suk Yeol (WAM)
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UAE, S.Korea Leaders Discuss Cooperation Relations, Strategic Projects

UAE's President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with President of South Korea Yoon Suk Yeol (WAM)
UAE's President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with President of South Korea Yoon Suk Yeol (WAM)

UAE's President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed with the President of South Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol, opportunities to develop strategic cooperation to broader horizons in various fields within the framework of the Special Strategic Partnership.

Sheikh Mohammed met with the President of Korea, who is on a multi-day visit to the UAE, his first visit since assuming his presidential duties. They also engaged in an in-depth exchange of views on regional and international issues.

They discussed various tracks of cooperation and developments in investment, economic, scientific, cultural, and advanced technology, in addition to renewable energy and other vital areas of interest for both countries.

Sheikh Mohammed said UAE and Korea have a close strategic partnership that extended back over forty years and rose to a unique strategic alliance in 2018. He lauded the level of collaboration between the two countries.

He referred to one of the most important strategic development projects, the peaceful nuclear energy production project at the Barakah plant.

The UAE aims to expand and strengthen its relations with Korea during the coming period in areas of common interest, including traditional energy, clean energy, economy, investment, defense technology, and others.

For his part, the Korean President stressed the importance of boosting strategic cooperation in key areas, including peaceful nuclear energy, energy, investment, and defense industries, to develop prospects for bilateral relations.

The two parties witnessed the exchange and announcement of several agreements and memorandums of understanding (MoU) to develop cooperation in various fields considering the distinguished strategic ties binding the two countries.

The agreements and MoUs announced included an MoU in hydrogen energy use in cities, its production, transmission, and storage between the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport.

An MoU was exchanged between the UAE Space Agency and Korea's Ministry of Science and Information and Communications Technology regarding the amendment of an MoU signed in January 2017 regarding cooperation in space exploration and its use for peaceful purposes.

The two countries also signed an MoU on cooperation in water resources between the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Korean Ministry of Environment.

It also included implementation arrangements under the agreement concluded between the two governments for cooperation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy.

The Mubadala Investment Company and the Korea Development Bank signed an MoU regarding the "sovereign investment partnership" and another MoU on financial cooperation between TAQA and the Export-Import Bank of Korea.

The meetings also witnessed a joint declaration between the two governments regarding enhancing cooperation in energy through a strategic energy partnership.

They also signed agreements on strategic cooperation for the defense industry and cooperation in crude oil storage for "strategic and commercial storage."

The two parties exchanged MoUs on establishing joint strategic working groups for the Carbon Neutrality Acceleration Program and another regarding the voluntary partnership in carbon markets in Asia.



Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Commitment to Digital Cooperation to Serve Humanity, Sustainable Growth

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs a Cabinet session - SPA
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs a Cabinet session - SPA
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Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Commitment to Digital Cooperation to Serve Humanity, Sustainable Growth

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs a Cabinet session - SPA
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs a Cabinet session - SPA

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Jeddah.
The Cabinet reviewed overall state activities, particularly those aimed at developing cooperation and partnership relations, and enhancing areas of coordination and integration with brotherly and friendly countries.

According to SPA, this focus will reinforce the Kingdom's position and pivotal role on the global stage, given the promising opportunities and unique capabilities provided by its vision.
The Cabinet also discussed the outcomes of Saudi Arabia’s participation in various regional and international meetings, underscoring its ongoing commitment to joint action that serves mutual interests, benefits all parties, and contributes to addressing global challenges.
The Cabinet noted the Kingdom’s participation in the World Summit on the Information Society in Switzerland, where it reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing digital cooperation and supporting the International Telecommunication Union's goals that aim to harness modern technologies to serve humanity and promote sustainable growth.
In his remarks to the Saudi Press Agency following the session, Minister of State, Cabinet Member for Shura Council Affairs, and Acting Minister of Media Dr. Essam bin Saeed stated that the Cabinet expressed its appreciation for the commendation received at the High-Level Meeting on Sand and Dust Storms, held at the United Nations Headquarters. The meeting praised the Kingdom’s efforts to protect the environment at local, regional, and global levels, as well as its effective initiatives in developing early warning systems and fostering scientific cooperation to mitigate the impacts of dust storms.
The Cabinet noted the significant achievements of the Financial Sector Development Program and the Human Capability Development Program. These initiatives have successfully contributed to enhancing financial sustainability, supporting the national economy, and boosting the competitiveness of national cadres both locally and globally. This success has been achieved through a continuous system of education and learning that aligns with the evolving needs and requirements of the labor market.
The Cabinet also commended the efforts of government agencies involved in launching and integrating the artificial intelligence (AI) curriculum across all levels of general education. This strategic initiative aims to prepare a generation equipped with future-ready skills, accelerating the transition to a knowledge-based society and solidifying the Kingdom’s global position in advanced technologies.
The Cabinet considered the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s global leadership in the growth of international tourism receipts in the first quarter of 2025 as a reflection of the rapid development in this vital sector, which now leads in international indicators.