BERLIN, GERMANY / RankWire.AI / – In Berlin on Thursday, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan engaged in discussions with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul. The meeting centered on intensifying cooperation between the UAE and Germany in economic development and other sectors. Additionally, regional and global issues, diplomatic efforts, peace initiatives, and international security were key topics. This diplomatic engagement coincided with President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s official state visit to Germany from September 9 to 11.
During the talks, both officials explored avenues to deepen the strategic alliance and enhance collaboration across multiple domains. Sheikh Abdullah emphasized that the relationship between the UAE and Germany remains robust and adaptable, with ongoing progress in joint endeavors. He highlighted a mutual dedication to building upon previous successes and fostering sustainable economic growth. The two ministers shared perspectives on common concerns and diplomatic solutions to regional and international crises.
The comprehensive state visit brought structure to the bilateral ties. Germany’s Federal Government described it as the first time a UAE president undertook a formal state visit to Germany. During the visit, Sheikh Mohamed met with Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and the leaders unveiled a new Strategic Dialogue. This framework encompasses security, defense, trade, investment, energy, climate change, technology, digitalization, transport, environmental issues, culture, and education.
Expansion of strategic dialogue enhances bilateral ties
Both governments committed to establishing a German-UAE Investment Council aimed at bolstering engagement between the public and private sectors. They also welcomed the recommencement of the Joint Economic Committee and the outcomes derived from a bilateral business forum. The visit resulted in 29 business agreements and memoranda valued at over 9.356 billion euros, as stated in the joint declaration. Additionally, a UAE investment package worth 40 billion euros in Germany was announced.
Economic collaboration encompasses sectors like energy, cutting-edge technology, and digital infrastructure. The joint declaration outlined ongoing and upcoming projects involving LNG, renewable energy, hydrogen, and energy efficiency. It also referenced plans for advanced data centers with approximately one gigawatt of capacity. Both nations identified artificial intelligence and emerging technological fields as key areas of their wider cooperation.
Foreign ministers discuss diplomacy and regional stability
In their Berlin talks, the foreign ministers also analyzed regional and global developments. They underscored the importance of intensified international efforts to promote enduring peace, stability, and security worldwide. The discussions emphasized diplomacy as a primary tool for crisis resolution, aligning with themes from the state visit. The German government had also listed Middle East peace and stability among the key topics for the leaders’ meetings.
Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, UAE Minister of State, was present at the meeting between Sheikh Abdullah and Wadephul. Their dialogue integrated foreign policy, economic cooperation, and development within a unified bilateral framework. The state visit also established formal mechanisms for investment, strategic dialogue, and sector-specific collaboration. These Berlin engagements represent the latest chapter in the UAE-Germany Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which has been active since 2004.