Paris: Laurent Saint-Martin, France's Delegate Minister for Foreign Trade and French Nationals Abroad, has highlighted the UAE's significant role in France's economic and trade policy in the Gulf region. He underscored the strong bilateral relations between the two nations, particularly in economic and diplomatic spheres.
According to Emirates News Agency, on the sidelines of the 'Vision Golfe 2025' event organized by the French government in Paris, Minister Laurent Saint-Martin commended the dynamic UAE-France partnership. He called for enhanced cooperation in sectors such as industry, renewable energy, digital economy, and innovation. The minister emphasized that the UAE is a key priority for France among Gulf countries, serving as a regional and economic force and a model for innovative and sustainable development.
Minister Saint-Martin noted that France's trade and investment relations with the UAE are longstanding and robust, based on mutual trust and understanding. He expressed pride in the achievements of French companies in the UAE market and highlighted the potential for expanding cooperation through innovation-driven partnerships.
He encouraged the business communities in both nations to capitalize on the current momentum and strengthen ties in advanced technologies, artificial intelligence, and green transformation. Minister Saint-Martin advocated for moving beyond traditional cooperation towards integrated partnerships and urged companies to collaborate more effectively.
On the diplomatic front, he described the UAE-France relations as solid and enduring, supported by continuous dialogue and strategic coordination. He affirmed France's view of the UAE as a long-term strategic partner, confident that cooperation will grow amid global challenges.
Minister Saint-Martin concluded by acknowledging the fast-changing global landscape and the need for trusted, forward-looking partners, with the UAE being one of the most prominent among them.