Leaders boost cooperation on AI, energy, defence, culture and regional security Last updated: May 07, 2026 | 22:31 Abu Dhabi dialogue expands ties in energy, aviation, culture and advanced technology. WAM Abu Dhabi: Building on the longstanding strategic partnership between the United Arab Emirates and the French Republic, and under the guidance of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Emmanuel Macron, President of France, the 18th session of the UAE–France Strategic Dialogue convened in Abu Dhabi on the 6th of May, 2026. Co-Chaired by Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the UAE’s Executive Affairs Authority, and Martin Briens, Secretary-General of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, the Dialogue underscored the shared commitment of both countries to strengthening a comprehensive and forward-looking bilateral partnership across a wide range of areas.…