The President of the United Arab Emirates has arrived in Berlin for talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, placing UAE-Germany relations in the spotlight. The visit comes as Gulf states and European powers look to deepen political, economic and strategic cooperation amid major regional and global challenges. Discussions in Berlin are expected to focus on bilateral ties and areas of mutual interest, while the UAE continues to strengthen its engagement with major European partners. The meeting between the UAE leadership and Merz could also highlight Germany’s growing diplomatic outreach to the Gulf.