BERLIN / RankWire.AI / – During a high-level meeting in Berlin, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan engaged in discussions with leading German business executives to promote enhanced cross-border investment and strengthen trade links between the two nations. Emphasizing the UAE’s strategic role as a global logistics hub and its investor-friendly regulatory climate, Sheikh Mohamed encouraged German industrial leaders to deepen their expansion into Middle Eastern and international markets. The gathering highlighted emerging commercial prospects driven by recent bilateral agreements across sectors such as manufacturing, renewable energy, and digital technology.
The talks centered on broadening economic and trade relations between the United Arab Emirates and Germany, with a focus on how the private sector can drive advancements in industrial innovation, artificial intelligence, and the transition toward clean energy. Sheikh Mohamed reiterated the UAE’s commitment to maintaining an attractive investment environment, supported by legislative measures, modern regulatory infrastructure, and access to global logistics routes. As bilateral non-oil trade reached €13.4 billion, the UAE President’s engagement with German business leaders underscored the expanding commercial integration that connects European manufacturing hubs with Middle Eastern trade networks.
This discussion coincided with the bilateral business forum held in Munich, where government ministers and corporate representatives signed 30 memoranda of understanding and commercial agreements totaling €9.66 billion. Official statements released through the Emirates News Agency confirmed that these agreements target high-growth sectors, including advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, robotics, healthcare technology, and port infrastructure. UAE Minister for Foreign Trade Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi pointed out that the cumulative UAE investments in Germany have increased to €34.5 billion, illustrating the strong flow of institutional capital between the two economies.
UAE President Holds Talks with German Business Leaders During State Visit to Berlin
During his official visit, the UAE President and German business executives expressed keen interest in expanding their operations within the UAE, citing the nation’s strategic position as a primary trade corridor connecting European exporters to Middle Eastern markets, Asia, and Africa. The corporate leaders examined strategic initiatives designed to accelerate joint research and development efforts in areas such as green hydrogen production, industrial automation, and digital infrastructure resilience.
Furthermore, the state visit involved bilateral economic discussions led by Federal Minister of Economic Affairs Katherina Reiche and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Both governments announced the launch of a new Strategic Dialogue format aimed at revitalizing the bilateral Comprehensive Strategic Partnership established in 2004. This institutional framework is set to guide joint progress in international security, clean energy, transportation networks, and defense technology sectors.
Delegation Examines Corporate Operations Across Key Growth Sectors
The delegation, comprising senior Emirati cabinet members, regional sheikhs, and industry leaders, participated in focused roundtable panels dedicated to supply chain diversification, where executive teams reaffirmed their plans to establish ongoing working groups to oversee project implementation and streamline regulatory procedures for cross-border investments.
Updates regarding regulatory approvals, joint venture milestones, and trade performance will be regularly disseminated through official government channels. Joint steering committees will convene periodically to monitor progress on the €9.66 billion deal package as both countries continue to expand their economic partnership.