ATHENS, Greece / AsiaWire.IO / – Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has initiated an official visit to Greece following his arrival in Athens. He was received at Athens International Airport by Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis. Sheikh Khaled’s visit is at the invitation of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, with whom he is expected to conduct important discussions. The visit aims to deepen cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
This year commemorates fifty years since the diplomatic ties between the UAE and Greece were established in 1976. Over time, their relationship has evolved from traditional diplomatic relations into a comprehensive strategic partnership. It now encompasses sectors such as the economy, investment, energy, and technology. Additionally, emerging fields like artificial intelligence, advanced technology, clean energy, and digital infrastructure are becoming new collaboration avenues for both nations.
Accompanying the Crown Prince is a significant official delegation. Among its members is Major General Pilot Sheikh Ahmed bin Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces. Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court, is also part of the group. Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO, has joined the trip as well.
Delegation covers trade, investment, culture, and healthcare
The visiting UAE ministers include Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, and Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade. Also present is Minister of Investment Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi. Ghanem Sultan Alsuwaidi, Advisor of Security Affairs at the Crown Prince Court, is part of the delegation. Sheikh Khaled is also accompanied by Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, and Mansour Ibrahim Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi.
The group further features Saif Saeed Ghobash, Secretary General of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Office of the Crown Prince. Maryam Eid AlMheiri, Chairperson of Abu Dhabi Media Office and Advisor of Strategic Relations at the Crown Prince Court, also joins the delegation. Dr Ali Obaid Al Dhaheri, UAE’s Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic, is part of the official entourage in Athens.
Business Summit Promotes New Economic Collaborations Between UAE and Greece
Investopia Mediterranean – Athens is held concurrently with the official visit. The event seeks to bolster economic ties and investment opportunities between the two nations. It gathers government officials and business leaders to identify potential partnerships. Focus sectors include food security, logistics, supply chains, and investments that support competitiveness and sustainable growth.
This visit to Athens expands on the strong relationship between the two countries’ leaders. In May, UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hosted Mitsotakis for high-level talks in Abu Dhabi. Their discussions covered the economy, investment, technology, artificial intelligence, renewable energy, sustainability, infrastructure, and culture. The leaders have also spoken several times over the phone this year, reaffirming their commitment to closer cooperation.