Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed arrives in Canada to expand bilateral ties

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, arrived in Ottawa on Tuesday, 27 October, to begin an official visit to Canada. The visit is intended to strengthen bilateral ties and expand economic cooperation between the two nations. Upon arrival at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Sheikh Khaled was received by Anita Anand, Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs. The Crown Prince is leading a high-level delegation of UAE ministers and senior officials representing the energy, trade, investment, and defense sectors. Strategic Economic and Energy Talks The UAE delegation includes Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO, along with Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation. The presence of Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, and Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, Minister of Investment, indicates a focus on non-oil trade partnerships and foreign direct investment opportunities. Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, the UAE Foreign Minister’s Envoy to Canada and Chairman of Dubai Chambers, is also part of the diplomatic mission. The group will meet with Canadian officials to discuss collaborative projects in technology, renewable energy, and regional security. Strengthening Diplomatic Ties The visit comes as the UAE and Canada continue to deepen diplomatic engagement following the recent enhancement of flight frequencies between…