The key facts
- Sheikh Khaled referred to Emirati military students as 'ambassadors of the UAE' and conveyed greetings from President Sheikh Mohamed
- The programs of the Technical Training and Qualification Centre are part of the military cooperation between the UAE and Greece
- During the visit, it was announced that the UAE plans to make additional investments of €15 billion ($16.8 billion) in Greece
Meeting with military students
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed, during his official visit to Greece, met with Emirati military studentsundergoing training in the country. The meeting took place at the Technical Training and Qualification Centre. According to The National, Sheikh Khaled called the young citizens 'ambassadors of the UAE' due to their diligence, excellent results, and dedication, urging them to embody Emirati values and represent their country and its armed forces with honor. He wished the students success in their studies and professional journey and conveyed greetings from President Sheikh Mohamed to the future military personnel, emphasizing the UAE's commitment to monitoring their well-being and progress abroad. According to the publication, the students thanked Sheikh Khaled for his visit and expressed gratitude to the country's leadership for its constant support and care.
Military cooperation between the two countries
The Technical Training Centre offers specialized programs combining theoretical knowledge and practical application in various technical fields. These programs are part of the military cooperation between the UAE and Greece, aimed at enhancing the readiness of UAE armed forces members for service, reports The National. The meeting with cadets took place just before the conclusion of Sheikh Khaled's official visit on Friday, which was held at the invitation of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
Negotiations and investment agreements
On Thursday, Sheikh Khaled held talks with Mitsotakis, during which major deals were agreed upon between the two countries. Discussions at the Prime Minister's office focused on strengthening cooperation in the fields of energy, infrastructure, healthcare, and advanced technologies. Sheikh Khaled emphasized the UAE's desire to strengthen long-standing relations with Greece in the interests of both nations. During the visit, it was also announced that the UAE intends to make additional investments of €15 billion ($16.8 billion) in Greece as part of a joint initiative between the two countries. Before concluding the visit on Friday, Sheikh Khaled visited the National Gallery of Greece and the National Archaeological Museum in Athens, where he familiarized himself with a collection of artworks reflecting Greece's rich history and heritage.
Significance of the visit
The visit brought together several aspects of bilateral relations—military training, major investments, and cultural diplomacy—indicating the comprehensive nature of cooperation between the UAE and Greece. For Emirati military students, the practical outcome is the continuation of their studies under joint training programs, while for the economies of both countries, it is the announced additional investment volume of €15 billion. Details of the concluded deals and timelines for implementing the investment initiative were not disclosed in the publication, so their specific content remains unknown for now.
