Abu Dhabi:UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and President Romuald Wadagni of the Republic of Benin held discussions on enhancing bilateral ties, with a particular emphasis on economic and investment sectors.

According to Wam, the meeting took place during President Wadagni's working visit to the UAE. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed expressed optimism that the visit would bolster cooperation between the two nations, aligning with their shared development goals and promoting prosperity for both countries' peoples.

Both leaders reiterated their dedication to strengthening bilateral relations and exploring additional opportunities for collaboration in areas such as renewable energy, agriculture, infrastructure, and food security. The discussions also covered the upcoming 2026 United Nations Water Conference, set to be hosted in the UAE in December, emphasizing its importance in addressing global water challenges and promoting sustainable water resource management.

His Highness reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to enhancing development cooperation with African countries, including Benin, and to establishing sustainable partnerships that support long-term growth and prosperity. The meeting was attended by key UAE officials, including H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, as well as a delegation from Benin comprising ministers and officials.