UAE President and Singapore PM Discuss Deeper Ties, Sign MOUs in Abu Dhabi
President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong held talks in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation under the UAE-Singapore Comprehensive Partnership. The discussions took place during Mr Wong’s official visit to the UAE.
Expanding cooperation across key sectors
The two leaders explored opportunities to broaden collaboration in economic investment, education, advanced technology, artificial intelligence, innovation and renewable energy, aligning with the development priorities of both nations. President Sheikh Mohamed expressed hope that the visit would further advance ties across these fields for the mutual benefit of the two countries and their peoples.
Focus on global water challenges
The meeting also addressed the 2026 UN Water Conference, which the UAE will host in December. Both sides highlighted the conference’s important role in advancing global efforts to tackle water challenges and ensure sustainable water management.
Regional stability and shared values
President Sheikh Mohamed and Prime Minister Wong discussed regional and international issues of mutual interest, underscoring the importance of dialogue and stability as foundations for lasting progress and prosperity. The UAE President noted that the two countries share much in common, including successful development models, a commitment to peaceful coexistence, and a strong emphasis on education and investment in people. He also highlighted their shared support for global peace and stability.
Prime Minister Wong thanked the President for the warm welcome and noted the continued growth of UAE-Singapore relations, particularly in areas that support both countries’ development. The Singapore leader signed the VIP guestbook, expressing his pleasure at visiting the UAE and his hope for continued growth in bilateral relations, while wishing the UAE continued progress.
President Sheikh Mohamed hosted a banquet in honour of Prime Minister Wong and his accompanying delegation.
Memoranda of understanding signed
The two leaders witnessed the exchange of memoranda of understanding in the fields of higher education and health, as well as on the Joint Energy Task Force, aimed at further strengthening the Comprehensive Partnership between the two countries. The MOUs were exchanged by Saeed bin Mubarak Al Hajeri, UAE Minister of State, and Zhulkarnain Abdul Rahim, Minister of State in Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Home Affairs.
The meeting and banquet were attended by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs; Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs; Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President; and a number of ministers and officials.
