BERLIN, GERMANY / RankWire.AI / – During an official visit to Berlin, the United Arab Emirates and Germany expanded their international partnership through the signing of 12 governmental accords and declarations, as UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz observed. These agreements encompass sectors such as investment, energy, technology, aviation, security, environmental policy, legal affairs, and culture. Additionally, both nations launched a Strategic Dialogue aimed at coordinating efforts across multiple government sectors. This initiative builds upon their longstanding Comprehensive Strategic Partnership initiated in 2004.
A key outcome of the visit was the agreement to establish a German-UAE Investment Council to foster closer collaboration between public and private sectors. The resumption of the Joint Economic Committee will serve as another platform for trade and investment discussions. The Strategic Dialogue will include areas like security, defence, commerce, energy, climate policy, transport, education, and digital development, with a focus on emerging technologies and shared policy priorities. Germany and the UAE also formalized cooperation through separate arrangements covering legal assistance, crime prevention, data systems, and government information services.
Aviation was another significant aspect of the agreements unveiled during the visit. Measures involve increased access for UAE national airlines operating at Berlin Airport, along with protocols for passenger procedures and collaboration among relevant authorities. The package also includes initiatives related to defence, security, and environmental issues. Cultural cooperation was formalized via a memorandum, and both nations committed to ongoing collaboration in energy sectors such as liquefied natural gas, renewable energy, and hydrogen.
Economic Engagement Expands with New Investment Package
The visit featured a UAE investment initiative valued at 40 billion euros aimed at Germany, focusing on advanced digital infrastructure and data centres with approximately 1 gigawatt of capacity. Over 29 commercial agreements and memoranda worth more than 9.356 billion euros were signed between companies from both countries, supplementing the government accords announced in Berlin. This investment plan significantly enhances economic ties and broadens the scope of bilateral cooperation.
Current economic data underscores the depth of UAE-Germany trade relations, with non-oil trade reaching $15.5 billion in 2025—an increase of over 14% from the previous year. Investments from the UAE in Germany totaled over $10 billion between 2021 and 2025, including XRG’s roughly 15 billion euro investment in Covestro. Both governments also highlighted ongoing negotiations for a comprehensive trade agreement between the UAE and the European Union.
Advancements in Technology, Energy, and Transportation Sectors
The broader commercial relationship features projects involving Covestro, RWE, ADNOC, and Masdar. Energy cooperation encompasses LNG, renewable energy, and hydrogen, alongside existing investment ties. Digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence are also prioritized for expanded collaboration, with formal channels established for government agencies and companies to work together. Transport, environmental policy, and advanced technology are integral parts of the new bilateral framework.
Running from September 9 to September 11, the visit marked the first time a UAE president has traveled to Germany. Discussions in Berlin covered economic issues, technology, energy, culture, education, and regional topics. The creation of the Strategic Dialogue and Investment Council introduces new formal mechanisms to oversee bilateral cooperation. The 12 government agreements complement 29 commercial deals and the 40 billion euro investment package, collectively spanning policies related to infrastructure, trade, aviation, security, technology, and energy collaboration.