Abu Dhabi has advanced its economic cooperation with France, reaffirming a long-standing partnership built on trade, investment, and shared strategic interests. The talks reflect both sides’ commitment to expanding ties in sectors that support innovation, sustainability, and long-term growth.
Discussions focused on opportunities in energy, advanced industry, aerospace, artificial intelligence, culture, and tourism. Officials highlighted the strong foundation of the relationship, which has grown through joint ventures, investment flows, and cooperation between leading companies and institutions in both countries.
France is one of the UAE’s closest European partners, with a significant French business presence in Abu Dhabi across sectors such as defence, infrastructure, and education. Abu Dhabi, in turn, has been an active investor in France, supporting projects that strengthen economic links and create jobs.
Both sides emphasised the importance of clean energy and the global energy transition, noting areas where expertise and investment can be combined to deliver practical solutions. Cultural and educational cooperation was also discussed, building on institutions and exchanges that have deepened people-to-people ties.
Participants stressed the value of public and private sector collaboration in turning shared priorities into tangible projects, particularly in emerging technologies and sustainable development.
The meeting concluded with an agreement to continue close coordination and explore new opportunities. Follow-up discussions and business engagements are expected in the coming months to move proposed initiatives toward implementation.
