ATHENS, Greece / AsiaWire.IO / – His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has touched down in Athens to commence an official visit to the Hellenic Republic. Upon arrival, he was greeted at Athens International Airport by Greece’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, George Gerapetritis. The trip is taking place at the invitation of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. During his stay, Sheikh Khaled is anticipated to engage in significant discussions with Mitsotakis.
This visit commemorates the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations established between the UAE and Greece in 1976. Over the past five decades, the relationship has evolved into a comprehensive strategic alliance encompassing sectors such as the economy, investment, energy, and technology. Additionally, collaboration in artificial intelligence, advanced technology, clean energy, and digital infrastructure is gaining prominence as a key focus for deepening bilateral cooperation.
Sheikh Khaled is accompanied by a senior official delegation including Major General Pilot Sheikh Ahmed bin Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces, and Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court. Also part of the delegation is Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO.
Senior officials and ministers join Sheikh Khaled’s entourage
The delegation features Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, and Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade. Accompanying Sheikh Khaled are Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, Minister of Investment, and Ghanem Sultan Alsuwaidi, Advisor of Security Affairs at the Crown Prince Court. Additionally, Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, and Mansour Ibrahim Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, are participating in the visit.
Joining the group are Saif Saeed Ghobash, Secretary General of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Office of the Crown Prince, along with Maryam Eid AlMheiri, Chairperson of Abu Dhabi Media Office and Advisor of Strategic Relations at the Crown Prince Court. Completing the delegation is Dr Ali Obaid Al Dhaheri, the UAE Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic. The extensive group covers sectors such as defence, trade, investment, culture, health, and media.
Investopia forum takes place alongside Sheikh Khaled’s visit
The Investopia Mediterranean – Athens event coincides with Sheikh Khaled’s trip. This forum aims to bolster economic and investment collaborations between the UAE and Greece, offering a platform for government officials and business leaders to explore new partnership opportunities. Key sectors discussed include food security, logistics, and supply chains.
This visit follows a series of high-level exchanges between the two nations this year. In May, UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hosted Mitsotakis for talks in Abu Dhabi that focused on the economy, investment, technology, artificial intelligence, renewable energy, sustainability, infrastructure, and culture. Throughout 2026, Sheikh Mohamed and Mitsotakis have also conducted several phone conversations to strengthen bilateral relations.