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Yemen Online
5 days ago
- Politics
- Yemen Online
UAE, France hold political consultations
Lana Nusseibeh, Assistant Minister for Political Affairs in the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs, conducted an official visit to Paris from 7–8 April 2025, reaffirming the enduring strategic partnership between the UAE and the French Republic. The visit served as an opportunity to further strengthen foreign policy alignment between senior officials from the two countries on a range of issues of shared concern on regional and international files. The agenda centred around a substantive first round of political consultations at the Quai d'Orsay, co-chaired with Frédéric Mondoloni, Director General for Political and Security Affairs at the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, which discussed rapidly evolving geopolitical developments in Europe, the Middle East and Horn of Africa and underlined a shared emphasis on mediation and diplomacy. The discussion confirmed a shared resolve to navigate complex global realities through concerted action together. As part of the visit, Nusseibeh also held a series of bilateral meetings with senior French officials at the Elysee, including Paul Soler, Special Envoy of the President; Jérémie Robert, Head of African Affairs; as well as Bruno Fuchs, Member of Parliament and Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee. The engagements reflected the strength of UAE-France relations and explored areas for continued strategic coordination in fields of common interest, including regional security in the Middle East and Horn of Africa and globally, as well as partnerships in investment cooperation, development aid, trade and Artificial Intelligence. Across all topics, working together to achieve peace and stability is a key objective of the strategic partnership between the UAE and France. The visit continued the momentum coming out of the visits to France by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in February, and by H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs in March.
Al Etihad
20-06-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE premier strategic partner: French Trade Minister
20 June 2025 17:43 PARIS (WAM)Laurent Saint-Martin, France's Delegate Minister for Foreign Trade and French Nationals Abroad, said that the UAE holds a top-tier position in France's economic and trade policy in the Gulf region. He emphasised the depth and distinction of bilateral relations, particularly on the economic and diplomatic statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), on the sidelines of the 'Vision Golfe 2025', organised by the French government at the headquarters of the Ministries of Economy and Finance in Paris, Minister Laurent Saint-Martin praised the exceptional momentum in the UAE-France partnership and called for elevating cooperation to new levels, especially in industry, renewable energy, digital economy, and innovation.'The UAE is undoubtedly a priority for France among Gulf nations,' said the minister. 'It is not only a key regional and economic force, but also a modern, dynamic development model that aligns with our vision for future international relations, rooted in innovation, sustainability, and openness.'He added that France seeks to strengthen partnerships with countries that share its strategic outlook and values, stating that the UAE stands out as an ideal partner in this economic ties, Minister Saint-Martin noted that France has maintained one of the oldest and most solid records of trade and investment relations with the UAE in the Gulf region. These ties, he said, are built not on chance or temporary alliances, but on mutual trust, understanding, and long-term respect.'We have worked with the UAE for decades, and we take pride in what our companies have achieved in the Emirati market,' he said. 'Today, we have a real opportunity to expand this cooperation in line with global economic shifts, through innovation-driven, high-quality partnerships.'He urged the business communities in both countries to seize the current momentum and strengthen ties between Emirati and French companies, particularly in advanced technologies, artificial intelligence, and green transformation.'We must move beyond traditional cooperation toward productive, integrated partnerships. Our companies need to collaborate more effectively and cohesively.'On the diplomatic front, Minister Saint-Martin described UAE-France relations as solid and time-tested, backed by continuous dialogue and strategic coordination on multiple fronts, both bilaterally and in international stressed that France views the UAE as a long-term strategic partner, expressing confidence that cooperation is poised to grow further amid evolving global challenges. 'We live in a fast-changing world,' he concluded, 'and global challenges, whether environmental, digital, or economic, require trusted, forward-looking partners. The UAE is undoubtedly one of the most prominent among them.'
Al Etihad
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Visit the Louvre Abu Dhabi for free this Sunday
14 May 2025 00:13 SAMIHAH ZAMAN (ABU DHABI)UAE residents can gain free access to the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum this weekend, as the museum joins the art world in celebrating International Museum to its social media platforms, the Louvre Abu Dhabi announced free entry for all UAE residents on Sunday, May 18, can book their visits online, and present a valid UAE resident ID to enter. Timings On Sundays, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, located on Saadiyat Island, is open from 10am to midnight, with its galleries and exhibitions open until 8:30pm. The dome area is open until midnight, with last entry at 11pm. The museum also offers free entry throughout the year to certain groups of people — including children below the age of 18 years, senior residents above the age of 60 years, museum members with one guest, ICOM/ICOMOS card holders, journalists, and people of determination and a single companion — but even UAE residents who do not meet these criteria get to go free on Sunday, May 18. Eminent Art Collection Established under a UAE-France partnership, the museum first opened its doors in November 2017. Seventeen of Frances' renowned cultural institutions – including The Louvre Museum in Paris — coordinate the loan of artworks to Louvre Abu Dhabi, which also owns a sizeable collection of pieces. In addition to its regular galleries, which focus on cross-cultural interactions through the ages, the museum is currently hosting a temporary exhibition to highlight African rulers, titled 'Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power'. Its well-loved Children's Museum also features an interstellar journey into space for young visitors, titled 'Picturing the Cosmos'.
Economic Times
05-05-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
UAE, France collaborate on 1-gigawatt AI data center in pioneering tech partnership
Live Events The United Arab Emirates and France have signed a landmark agreement to jointly develop a 1-gigawatt AI data center , which is poised to become the largest facility of its kind in Europe, as reported by Khaleej ambitious project involves a multi-billion-euro investment from the UAE and represents a major step forward in the two nations' shared vision to lead the global AI French presidency emphasised that this collaboration reflects a deep commitment to advancing cutting-edge technologies and reinforcing strategic international partnerships in the rapidly evolving field of artificial major initiative is part of a broader strategic partnership in AI that was established during discussions in February between Emirati officials and French President Emmanuel to Khaleej Times, both nations underscored their shared objective to advance the AI value chain through collaborative investments, cutting-edge infrastructure, and comprehensive research efforts that span both the public and private data center will form the core of a larger AI "campus" envisioned to support state-of-the-art technological cited by Khaleej Times, the project will involve the deployment of advanced AI technologies, including high-performance computing chips, alongside the creation of initiatives to nurture talent and develop AI expertise on both local and international the agreement includes the establishment of virtual data embassies, which will ensure the development of sovereign AI and cloud infrastructures within both announcement of this partnership came during an international AI conference held in Paris, where global experts gathered to discuss the promises and risks of emerging AI ambitious undertaking highlights the strength and dynamism of UAE-France relations and signifies a major stride in building energy-efficient, high-capacity infrastructure for next-generation AI countries have pledged to closely monitor the progress of these initiatives with the aim of deepening their collaboration in the rapidly evolving fields of artificial intelligence and cloud computing.
Sharjah 24
05-05-2025
- Sharjah 24
French Consul General visits Sharjah Police Academy
Strengthening UAE-France relations This visit reflects the strong ties between the United Arab Emirates and France, showcasing the academy's commitment to building strategic partnerships with prestigious international institutions. The goal is to elevate the security, educational, and training systems in line with global best practices. Key discussions on security challenges Among those welcoming the French consul was Brigadier Dr. Mohammed Khamis Al Othmani, the academy's director, along with several department heads. During the meeting, important topics were discussed that align with the academy's strategic direction towards international partnerships aimed at knowledge exchange and enhancing security capabilities. Vital areas of discussion included cybersecurity as a contemporary security challenge, emphasizing the importance of sharing expertise in protecting digital infrastructure and combating cyberattacks. Focus on advanced technologies and quality improvement The discussions also addressed data analysis and predictive security, highlighting the significance of utilizing artificial intelligence and advanced analytics in supporting proactive security decision-making. Additionally, mechanisms to enhance security operations through quality concepts and institutional excellence were reviewed, alongside collaboration in counter-terrorism efforts, including joint training and sharing advanced expertise to face modern security challenges. Tour of academy facilities Following the meeting, the academy organized a tour for the French consul, showcasing various educational and training facilities. He expressed deep admiration for the qualitative development in the educational infrastructure, advanced training programs, and the innovative approach to improving security performance. He praised the high standards the academy has achieved in police education and qualification.
