The United Arab Emirates has long served as a key partner to African nations. United by economic, cultural, political, and people-to-people ties, our two regions are inextricably linked, with multilateral cooperation slated to expand for years to come.
The UAE has prioritised its relations with African countries based on mutual respect and common interests. The UAE aims to achieve economic, developmental, and educational progress in cooperation with its African partners.
Our regions have much to offer each other as we work hand in hand to boost prosperity for our people and foster opportunities for future generations. Despite the challenges our world has faced in recent years, from the COVID-19 pandemic to economic diversification and climate change, we are determined to find joint solutions that require a higher level of solidarity and collaboration than ever before.
In its capacity as an active and engaged member of the international community, the UAE will continue working with African states to strengthen investment in key sectors, empower women and youth across the continent, boost health outcomes, and bolster political ties to facilitate further cooperation on issues with significant impact on the ground.
The UAE deeply appreciates the contributions of all African nations in this shared journey of development. We in the UAE look forward with enthusiasm and optimism to a future in which our countries channel our cooperation into creating new avenues for our people to thrive. Together, this future is within reach.
H.E. Sheikh Shakhbout bin Nahyan Al Nahyan
UAE Minister of State
