BERLIN / RankWire.AI / – UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan engaged in discussions with leading German business executives in Berlin to promote increased cross-border investments and deepen trade ties between the two nations. Emphasizing the UAE’s strategic role as a global logistics hub and its investor-friendly legal framework, Sheikh Mohamed called on German industrial leaders to broaden their footprint in Middle Eastern and international markets. The session highlighted new commercial prospects arising from recent bilateral accords spanning manufacturing, renewable energy, and digital sectors.
The talks focused on strengthening trade and investment cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Germany, with a particular focus on the private sector’s role in fostering innovation in industry, artificial intelligence, and clean energy projects. Sheikh Mohamed reaffirmed that the UAE remains dedicated to maintaining a competitive investment climate, supported by legislative policies, advanced regulatory systems, and access to global logistics routes. During the meeting, UAE President met with German business leaders as bilateral non-oil trade climbed to €13.4 billion, demonstrating the growing economic integration linking European manufacturing hubs with Middle Eastern trade networks.
This engagement coincided with the bilateral business forum in Munich, where government ministers and business executives signed 30 memoranda of understanding and commercial agreements totaling €9.66 billion. Official statements issued via the Emirates News Agency confirmed that these agreements target rapidly expanding sectors such as advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, robotics, healthcare innovation, and port infrastructure. UAE Minister for Foreign Trade Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi pointed out that cumulative UAE investments in Germany have increased to €34.5 billion, indicating robust institutional capital flows between the two economies.
UAE President Engages with German Business Leaders During Official State Visit to Berlin
German corporate executives expressed keen interest in expanding their activities within the UAE, citing its strategic position as a vital trade corridor connecting European exporters to Middle Eastern, Asia, and African markets. Business leaders discussed strategic initiatives aimed at fast-tracking joint research and development efforts in green hydrogen, industrial automation, and digital infrastructure resilience.
The state visit also involved bilateral economic talks led by Federal Minister of Economic Affairs Katherina Reiche and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Both governments announced the formal launch of a new Strategic Dialogue format to rejuvenate the bilateral Comprehensive Strategic Partnership first established in 2004. This framework will guide collaborative progress across areas such as international security, clean energy, transportation, and defense technologies.
Delegates Focus on Corporate Strategies in High-Growth Sectors
The delegation, comprising senior Emirati cabinet members, regional sheikhs, and industry leaders, participated in specialized roundtable discussions centered on supply chain diversification. Corporate leaders reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining ongoing working groups to oversee project implementation and to simplify regulatory procedures for cross-border investments.
Updates on regulatory approvals, joint venture milestones, and trade performance will be shared through official government channels. Joint steering committees will convene regularly to monitor the execution of the €9.66 billion agreement package as both countries deepen their economic partnership.