UAE, Germany deepen strategic ties during Sheikh Mohamed’s state visit
Joint Declaration on occasion of state visit of President of United Arab Emirates to Federal Republic of Germany
The UAE President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, visited Germany from September 9 to 11, 2026, at the invitation of German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. The State Visit emphasized the strengthening of strategic ties between the two countries, occurring at a crucial time for international order amidst regional and geopolitical volatility.
During the visit, Sheikh Mohamed and German Federal Chancellor Merz announced the establishment of a Strategic Dialogue format to reinvigorate the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, founded in 2004, focusing on sectors like security, defense, trade, energy, technology, and education. They also welcomed the signing of a Joint Declaration of Intent for the establishment of the German-UAE Investment Council, with an investment package totaling EUR 40 billion, reflecting confidence in Germany as a leading destination for investment and industrial growth.
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