Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi meets Greek PM in Athens to expand UAE-Greece investment

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, held talks with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in Athens on Thursday, the Abu Dhabi Media Office reported. They discussed expanding the UAE-Greece joint investment initiative, valued at €4 billion, and strengthening the strategic partnership.

What did the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi discuss in Athens?

Sheikh Khaled and Mitsotakis reviewed UAE-Greece relations and ways to advance their strategic partnership. They discussed cooperation in economy, investment, energy, renewable energy, infrastructure, advanced technology, innovation and healthcare. They also reviewed regional issues, including developments in the Middle East.

Sheikh Khaled arrived at the Prime Minister’s Office in the Greek capital. Mitsotakis received him, along with ministers and senior officials.

How did the Crown Prince and the Greek prime minister open the talks?

Mitsotakis welcomed Sheikh Khaled and his delegation. He said Greece is committed to reinforcing cooperation with the UAE across various fields.

Sheikh Khaled conveyed greetings from UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Mitsotakis sent his own greetings and good wishes in return.

The leaders then joined expanded talks with ministers and senior officials from both sides. They explored ways to develop partnerships in priority areas. They also discussed stronger coordination between relevant entities to turn shared goals into projects.

What is the UAE-Greece joint investment initiative?

Sheikh Khaled said the UAE attaches great importance to its strategic relations with Greece. He highlighted the commitment to expand economic and investment cooperation.

He praised the initiative’s achievements, including completed strategic projects in several vital sectors. He said these results show the strength of bilateral ties. He added that they show the ability to turn investment opportunities into projects with tangible economic impact.

The two sides discussed expanding the initiative’s scope. They also explored cooperation in vital and future-focused sectors. They looked at more partnerships between Emirati and Greek institutions and companies to drive sustainable growth, competitiveness, innovation and knowledge exchange.

What did the UAE and Greece say on regional issues?

The leaders reviewed regional and international issues, particularly developments in the Middle East. They stressed the importance of stronger international efforts to reinforce security, peace and stability in the region. They also backed dialogue and diplomatic solutions.

Who attended the meeting in Athens?

The UAE side at the meeting included:

• 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
• Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO
• Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation
• Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade
• Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, Minister of Investment
• Ghanem Sultan Alsuwaidi, Advisor of Security Affairs at the Crown Prince Court
• Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi
• Mansour Ibrahim Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Department of Health, Abu Dhabi
• 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
• Dr. Ali Obaid Al Dhaheri, UAE Ambassador to Greece

A number of Greek ministers and senior officials also attended.