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Press Release

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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