His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and Han Seung-soo, Prime Minister of South Korea, yesterday witnessed the signing of a 20-year nuclear agreement between the two countries
The agreement was signed at Zaabeel Palace and opens the way for specialised South Korean companies to supply expertise, equipment and technical support for the UAE's peaceful nuclear programme.
Earlier, Sheikh Mohammed extended a warm welcome to the prime minister in the presence of Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Deputy Ruler Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Chairman of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority Sheikh Majid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, along with other sheikhs and ministers.
The agreement was signed on behalf of their respective countries by UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash and South Korean Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs Kwon Jong-rak.
Sheikh Mohammed and Prime Minister Han Seung-soo also discussed ways of boosting bilateral cooperation in various fields. Talks also focused on the global economic situation, with both leaders stressing the importance of a coordinated approach amongst nations.
Also present were Cabinet Affairs Minister Mohammed Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Economy Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of State Reem Ibrahim Al Hashemi and other senior officials.
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