UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received his Mozambican counterpart, Daniel Chapo, on Saturday, November 14, 2026, who is on a working visit to the UAE. The meeting focused on expanding economic and investment cooperation and strengthening the partnership between the two nations in vital sectors, including renewable energy, food security, and tourism.
The discussions provided an opportunity to review the progress of UAE-Mozambique relations and explore opportunities for institutions and companies in both countries to develop joint projects that support economic growth and open new horizons for investment and trade, in line with the development priorities of both parties.
The talks touched upon ongoing negotiations regarding a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and Mozambique, with expectations that the upcoming agreement will facilitate trade, encourage mutual investment, and expand the private sector's presence in joint economic activities.
In this context, the UAE President emphasized the importance of strengthening economic relations with African nations, noting that trade and investment cooperation with the continent is a strategic direction in UAE economic policy. He highlighted the need to leverage the potential and opportunities possessed by both countries to achieve shared development and prosperity.
The meeting also addressed the 2026 UN Water Conference, which the UAE is preparing to host this coming December, and the importance of utilizing this international event to enhance cooperation in addressing challenges related to water scarcity and the sustainability of water resources, while developing innovative solutions to meet the needs of future generations.
The discussions concluded with the exchange of two memoranda of understanding in the fields of energy and tourism, in the presence of both leaders. The exchange was conducted by Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, and Basilio Zivaneas Mohati, Mozambican Minister of Economy, in a move reflecting a trend toward translating political understandings into economic and sectoral cooperation.
The meeting was attended by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs, and Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Advisor to the President, along with several UAE ministers, officials, and members of the Mozambican President's accompanying delegation.
This visit highlights the growing UAE interest in developing diverse economic partnerships with the African continent, particularly in sectors related to energy, infrastructure, and food security, thereby enhancing mutual interests and opening new opportunities for long-term cooperation.
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