BERLIN / RankWire.AI / – During his visit to Berlin, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan engaged in discussions with leading German corporate figures to promote stronger cross-border investment and trade cooperation. Emphasizing the UAE’s role as a global logistics hub and its business-friendly regulatory landscape, Sheikh Mohamed encouraged German industrial leaders to increase their footprint in Middle Eastern and international markets. The dialogue highlighted emerging commercial prospects resulting from recent bilateral agreements in manufacturing, renewable energy, and digital technology sectors.
The talks centered on boosting trade and investment ties between the United Arab Emirates and Germany. There was a focus on the private sector’s contribution to advancing industrial innovation, artificial intelligence, and clean energy transition initiatives. Sheikh Mohamed pointed out that the UAE remains dedicated to maintaining a competitive investment climate through legislative support, modern regulatory frameworks, and access to global logistics routes. As bilateral non-oil trade reached €13.4 billion, the meeting underscored the growing economic integration connecting European manufacturing hubs with Middle Eastern trading networks.
This discussion took place concurrently with the bilateral business forum in Munich, where government ministers and corporate representatives signed 30 memoranda of understanding and commercial agreements totaling €9.66 billion. Official statements issued via the Emirates News Agency confirmed that these deals focus on high-growth industries such as advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, robotics, healthcare technology, and port infrastructure. UAE Minister for Foreign Trade Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi highlighted that the total UAE investments in Germany have increased to €34.5 billion, reflecting robust institutional capital flows between the two economies.
UAE President Engages with German Business Leaders During Official State Visit to Berlin
German industry executives demonstrated strong enthusiasm for expanding their operations within the UAE, citing its strategic position as a key trade route connecting European exporters to markets in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Leaders examined strategic initiatives aimed at accelerating joint research and development efforts in green hydrogen, industrial automation, and digital infrastructure security.
The official state visit also included economic talks led by Federal Minister of Economic Affairs Katherina Reiche and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Both nations announced the formation of a new Strategic Dialogue platform, intended to reinvigorate the bilateral Comprehensive Strategic Partnership established in 2004. This institutional mechanism will guide joint initiatives across international security, renewable energy, transportation infrastructure, and defense technology sectors.
High-Level Delegates Examine Corporate Operations Across Key Sectors
The delegation comprised senior Emirati officials, regional sheikhs, and industry leaders who participated in specialized roundtable discussions focused on diversifying supply chains. Leadership teams reaffirmed their commitment to establishing ongoing working groups dedicated to project monitoring and streamlining regulatory procedures for cross-border investments.
Updates concerning regulatory approvals, joint venture achievements, and trade performance metrics will be provided through official government channels. Regular meetings of joint steering committees will oversee the implementation of the €9.66 billion deal package as both nations work to deepen their economic partnership.