UAE President HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan commenced a state visit to the Republic of Korea on Tuesday, 28 May 2024, as an official guest of President Yoon Suk Yeol. The South Korea state visit marked a major step in the longstanding strategic relationship between the two nations.
Bilateral Talks on Trade, Energy, and Technology
During the two-day visit, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed held high-level talks with President Yoon Suk Yeol focused on bilateral cooperation and key areas for further development. Priority sectors included trade, investment, oil and gas, and high technologies.
These discussions were conducted within the framework of the special strategic partnership between the UAE and the Republic of Korea — a relationship built on mutual commitments to progressive and sustainable economic development guided by the principles of a diversified economy.
Regional and International Affairs
Beyond economic matters, His Highness and President Yoon also discussed regional and international issues of shared concern, reflecting the breadth of the UAE-Korea diplomatic relationship and both nations' active roles in global affairs.
A Landmark Visit for UAE-Korea Relations
The state visit underscored the growing depth of ties between Abu Dhabi and Seoul. South Korea has committed significant investment to the UAE, and cooperation spans energy, defense technology, and infrastructure. The visit provided a platform to review existing commitments and explore new avenues for partnership as both countries pursue long-term economic diversification goals.
