Emirati President welcomes South Korea's President in Abu Dhabi
Emirati President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed al-Nahyan welcomes South Korea's President Yoon Suk-yeol during an official ceremony at the royal palace in Abu Dhabi.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was welcomed to Abu Dhabi by President Sheikh Mohamed as he embarked on a visit.
The occasion included a performance of the South Korean national anthem, followed by 21-artillery rounds fired, and guards of honour lining up to salute the distinguished guest.
"I was pleased to welcome President Yoon Suk Yeol to the UAE," Sheikh Mohamed said.
"We had fruitful discussions and witnessed the signing of several agreements and MOUs.
"Our Special Strategic Partnership with the Republic of Korea will continue to strengthen and serve our common interests and goals."
Sheikh Mohamed and Yoon will explore ways to bolster co-operation in line with a strategic partnership in place between their nations.
The South Korean leader will meet a number of state officials and visit development projects during the trip.
Discussions will centre on nuclear energy, climate change, health, the space sector, smart agriculture and culture.
The UAE and South Korea are working to strengthen ties. In December, Sheikh Mohamed met Kim Dae Ki, a special envoy of the South Korean President, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi.
The UAE and South Korea forged diplomatic ties in 1980, with relations flourishing in the decades since.
