UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis held talks focused on expanding bilateral cooperation, with artificial intelligence, technology, and strategic partnerships emerging as key priorities. The meeting underscored the growing relationship between the United Arab Emirates and Greece as both nations seek to strengthen collaboration across economic, investment, energy, and innovation sectors.
During the discussions, the two leaders reviewed opportunities to deepen cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and emerging technologies. They emphasized the importance of leveraging AI to drive economic growth, improve government services, and support sustainable development while encouraging collaboration between research institutions, businesses, and technology companies in both countries.
The meeting also covered regional and international developments, with both sides exchanging views on issues affecting the Eastern Mediterranean and the wider Middle East. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to dialogue, diplomacy, and international cooperation as essential tools for promoting regional stability, security, and prosperity.
Economic ties were another major focus of the talks. The UAE and Greece have steadily expanded trade and investment in recent years, particularly in sectors including renewable energy, infrastructure, logistics, tourism, shipping, and advanced technology. Both countries expressed interest in creating new opportunities for private-sector partnerships and accelerating joint investment initiatives.
The discussions reflected the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership established between the UAE and Greece, which has strengthened political, economic, and cultural cooperation. Officials highlighted the importance of maintaining regular high-level engagement to advance shared priorities and identify new areas for collaboration.
As global competition in artificial intelligence intensifies, both leaders recognized the value of responsible innovation and international cooperation in developing trustworthy AI systems. By combining the UAE’s ambitions to become a global AI hub with Greece’s growing technology ecosystem and strategic location in Europe, the partnership aims to foster innovation while supporting long-term economic diversification and sustainable growth.
The meeting concluded with both sides reaffirming their commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across strategic sectors that benefit both nations.
