Angela Merkel, the German Chancellor, arrived in Abu Dhabion Monday for an official state visit.
Updated: May 01, 2017, 12:00 AM
Sheikh Mohammed meets Angela Merkel in Abu Dhabi — in pictures
Ms Merkel is expected hold talks with Sheikh Mohammed on the conflicts in Yemen, Libya and Syria, as well as strengthening economic ties. Ryan Carter / Crown Prince Court — Abu Dhabi
Ms Merkel was greeted at Abu Dhabi airport by Sheikh Mohammed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, followed by an official reception with a 21-gun salute, according to the WAM news agency. Ryan Carter / Crown Prince Court — Abu Dhabi
Ms Merkel holds talks with Sheikh Mohammed. Ryan Carter / Crown Prince Court — Abu Dhabi
School children from the German School in Abu Dhabi also greeted Mrs Merkel on her arrival in the UAE capital. Ryan Carter / Crown Prince Court — Abu Dhabi
The UAE is Germany’s largest Arab trading partner, and with economic diversification a priority in Saudi and in the UAE, finding areas for further investment will also be a priority. Ryan Carter / Crown Prince Court — Abu Dhabi
A business delegation accompanying the German chancellor was expected to meet with UAE energy and trade officials in a separate meeting. Mohamed Al Hammadi / Crown Prince Court — Abu Dhabi
Ms Merkel was in Riyadh for talks with King Salman on Sunday. Mohamed Al Hammadi / Crown Prince Court — Abu Dhabi