Abu dhabi: The United Arab Emirates, France, and India held discussions on establishing a joint mechanism for trilateral cooperation in strategic sectors, including artificial intelligence, space, nuclear energy, and semiconductors. The meeting took place during a trilateral session chaired by UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, Reem Al-Hashimy, with the participation of French Secretary General for Europe and Foreign Affairs Martin Briens and Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri.

According to Anadolu Agency, the meeting, held at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Abu Dhabi, emphasized the importance of setting up a joint mechanism for trilateral cooperation. It also focused on identifying key sectors of strategic value to the three countries. The participants reviewed a plan for future projects within the framework of this trilateral cooperation, which includes sectors such as artificial intelligence, space, nuclear energy, ocean exploration, and semiconductors.

Al-Hashimy highlighted that the UAE has historical and strategic relations with both France and India. She noted that the current phase presents an opportunity to expand existing partnerships and strengthen trilateral cooperation to benefit the common interests of the three nations and their citizens.

This meeting continues the trilateral cooperation initiative announced in February 2023, following the first trilateral meeting of the foreign ministers from the three countries in New York in 2022. The initiative aims to advance projects in energy, climate, technology, defense, and culture.