UAE President's Germany visit marks major milestone in bilateral ties, says ambassador

Berlin: Ahmed Al Attar, UAE Ambassador to the Federal Republic of Germany, said the state visit of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Germany represents a significant milestone in UAE-German relations and opens broad opportunities to further strengthen and elevate bilateral cooperation. Al Attar said: "Since 1972, the UAE and Germany have steadily built a partnership that has grown stronger with each passing year. The signing of the Strategic Partnership Agreement in 2004 marked an important milestone, establishing a broader framework for cooperation between the two countries. This was followed by a series of important steps to further reinforce bilateral ties." He noted that non-oil trade between the two countries reached US$15.56 billion in 2025, representing growth of 14.6% compared with 2024. "However, our partnership extends beyond trade," he said. "The UAE and Germany are increasingly focusing on sectors that will shape the future economy, from artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to clean energy, hydrogen, advanced manufacturing, digital infrastructure and logistics." Al Attar added that Germany offers leading industrial, technical and research expertise, while the UAE provides an advanced investment ecosystem, modern infrastructure and a strategic location connecting Asia, Europe and Africa. "This integration unlocks opportunities for new investments and innovative projects, while offering broader prospects for start-ups, entrepreneurs and young talent in both countries," he said. The ambassador said the visit reflects a mutual commitment to deepen the partnership and transform cooperation opportunities into constructive projects and initiatives that serve the interests of both countries and their peoples. He also highlighted expanding prospects for cooperation in renewable energy, hydrogen and climate technologies, supporting energy security while accelerating the transition towards a more sustainable future. "This is a partnership that looks beyond what has already been achieved and focuses on what can be further accomplished," Al Attar said. "In reality, UAE-German relations are built on trust and integration, with a shared vision for a prosperous and promising future for both countries and their peoples."