UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Discusses Bilateral Ties with Greek PM Mitsotakis

UAE and Greece Strengthen Strategic Partnership in Phone Call Between Leaders

Abu Dhabi, UAE – February 16, 2026 – President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates held a telephone conversation with Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic, to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and regional issues, according to a statement released by the UAE’s state news agency, Wam.

The leaders spoke about ways to further develop the comprehensive strategic partnership between the UAE and Greece, reaffirming their commitment to collaborative efforts for the benefit of both nations and their people. The call underscored a mutual desire to continue working together to achieve the objectives outlined within the framework of this partnership.

Beyond bilateral relations, President Sheikh Mohamed and Prime Minister Mitsotakis also exchanged views on a number of regional and international matters of mutual concern. They emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomatic solutions in addressing conflicts and promoting peace and security in the Middle East and globally. The leaders stressed the need for de-escalation and peaceful resolution of disputes, reflecting a shared commitment to stability in the region.

This conversation follows a similar discussion on Sunday, February 15th, between President Sheikh Mohamed and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. During that call, Sheikh Mohamed and Erdogan also focused on strengthening UAE-Turkish relations and building upon existing progress in various areas, particularly in development partnerships. This series of high-level communications highlights the UAE’s active diplomatic engagement with key regional partners.

The UAE and Greece have been steadily deepening their strategic partnership in recent years, focusing on areas such as investment, energy, and defense cooperation. The comprehensive strategic partnership aims to foster long-term collaboration and mutual benefit across a range of sectors. Details of specific initiatives under the partnership were not disclosed in the released statements.

The timing of these diplomatic engagements comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and broader international concerns about regional stability. The UAE has consistently advocated for peaceful resolutions to conflicts and has played a role in facilitating dialogue between regional actors. The emphasis on diplomacy in both calls – with Greece and Turkey – signals the UAE’s continued commitment to a peaceful and stable regional environment.

While the specific details of the discussions regarding regional issues were not made public, the emphasis on dialogue and diplomacy suggests a shared concern about escalating tensions and a desire to find common ground for resolving disputes. The leaders’ commitment to strengthening bilateral ties underscores the importance of strategic partnerships in navigating complex geopolitical challenges.

The call between President Sheikh Mohamed and Prime Minister Mitsotakis represents a continued effort to bolster ties between the two nations and address shared concerns regarding regional and international stability. The UAE’s proactive diplomatic approach reflects its commitment to playing a constructive role in promoting peace and security in the region and beyond.