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UAE and Korea focus on economic cooperation

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November 19, 2025

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Lee Jae-myung, President of the Republic of Korea, held talks on Tuesday on ways to enhance cooperation and advance the Special Strategic Partnership and Comprehensive Economic Partnership between the two countries.

UAE and Korea focus on economic cooperation

The leaders explored opportunities to broaden these frameworks in a manner that serves shared interests and contributes to the prosperity and wellbeing of their peoples.

The discussions took place during an official meeting at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi as part of Lee Jae-myung's state visit to the UAE.

Sheikh Mohamed welcomed the Korean President at the start of the talks, expressing confidence that the visit would further deepen UAE-Korea relations and advance their shared vision for sustainable growth and prosperity.

The two sides reviewed key areas of cooperation, with a focus on the economic, trade, and investment sectors, along with renewable energy.

They also discussed important fields such as technology, artificial intelligence, sustainability, education, and culture and explored promising opportunities to expand collaboration in line with both countries’ development priorities.

Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to broadening cooperation, guided by a shared vision for progress and the strong potential for joint initiatives.

Sheikh Mohamed and Lee Jae-myung also exchanged views on regional and international developments of mutual concern.

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