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10/9/25, 8:44 AM H.E. Bin Touq holds meeting with French ministers to discuss enhancing economic partnership
deepening collaboration with France in the fields of the new economy - particularly tourism, the circular economy, innovation,
fintech, and entrepreneurship - which serve as key drivers of the future economy.

H.E. Bin Touq said: “The meeting served as a valuable platform to broaden the partnership and coordination between the UAE and
France, while fostering new avenues for the exchange of knowledge and expertise that empower our business communities to
access emerging opportunities. Both nations share development visions and possess complementary strengths in the economic
and tourism sectors - foundations that enhance cooperation across both government and private domains, driving corporate
growth and mutual investment flows.”

During the meeting, H.E. highlighted the UAE’s continuing efforts to develop its legislative and economic framework to strengthen
business agility and attractiveness. These measures include legislative amendments, simplified procedures, and various enablers
and incentives to support entrepreneurs and SMEs, helping French companies also access promising opportunities in the UAE
market.

The UAE and French sides discussed ways to strengthen cooperation and enable Emirati and French companies to access
promising opportunities across priority sectors in both markets. The discussions also focused on integrating advanced digital
technologies and artificial intelligence to drive sustainable economic growth, and on deepening collaboration in developing and
implementing circular economy policies — including smart infrastructure and sustainable transport. Both sides further emphasized
the importance of supporting startups and entrepreneurship as key drivers of innovation and future-ready growth.

H.E. affirmed that tourism cooperation between the two countries reflects the strength of their strategic relationship. He explained
that the UAE continues to launch new initiatives supporting sustainable tourism and to create innovative, high-quality products and
services that meet growing global demand, while also increasing the cultural and economic exchange with France.

The Minister of Economy and Tourism highlighted the UAE’s proactive efforts in developing tourism infrastructure and economic
legislation, creating attractive opportunities for partnerships with France’s travel and tourism sector at both government and private
levels.

The meeting also discussed the importance of tourism as a key area for cooperation and partnership in the upcoming phase. It
explored ways to boost travel between the two countries, expand joint tourism programmes, coordination in international events,
and exchange of expertise in green and sustainable tourism – all serving the sector’s long-term growth.

UAE-French relations witness continuous growth

The UAE-French relations have witnessed notable growth across various economic sectors in recent years. The UAE market
currently hosts over 15,000 commercial licences involving French citizens, operating in diverse economic activities. By the end of
May 2025, the number of registered French trademarks in the UAE reached 18,500, reflecting the depth of the advanced economic
partnership between the two sides and confirming the UAE's growing status as a preferred destination for French companies in the
region.

In terms of tourism relations, the number of French tourists visiting in the UAE reached 648,704 in 2024, a 15 per cent increase
compared to that of 2023. During the first quarter of 2025, the UAE welcomed 245,269 French tourists. Currently, there are 58
direct weekly flights between the two countries, facilitating mutual tourist flows.

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