The key facts
- Sheikh Khaled visited the National Gallery of Greece and the National Archaeological Museum in Athens
- Talks with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on energy, infrastructure, healthcare and technology took place the day before
- Additional UAE investments in Greece of €15 billion ($16.8 billion) were announced
Cultural Programme of the Visit
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed on Friday, as part of an official visit to Greece, toured two of the country's leading cultural landmarks. He viewed the extensive collection of artworks at the National Gallery of Greece and visited the National Archaeological Museum in Athens. According to The National, the guest was told about the gallery's creative works reflecting Greece's rich history and heritage, as well as the evolution of its art scene.
About the Institutions Visited
The National Gallery, officially known as the Alexandros Soutzos Museum, was founded in 1900 and holds more than 20,000 exhibits — paintings, sculptures and engravings from the post-Byzantine period to the present day. The National Archaeological Museum, the largest in Greece, was established in the late 19th century and contains a large collection of antiquities.
Talks and Investments
The day before, on Thursday, Sheikh Khaled held high-level talks with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, during which major deals were agreed. The expansion of cooperation in key sectors was discussed, including energy, infrastructure, healthcare and advanced technologies. Sheikh Khaled emphasised the UAE's commitment to strengthening its long-standing ties with Greece. On the sidelines of the visit, it was announced that the UAE would invest an additional €15 billion ($16.8 billion) in Greece under a joint initiative of the two countries.
