Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi reviews UAE projects, investments in Greece

His Highness Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has reviewed a number of strategic UAE projects and investments in renewable energy and healthcare as part of his official visit to the Hellenic Republic, reflecting the continued development of the economic and investment partnership between the two countries.

During a meeting, representatives of TERNA ENERGY and Hellenic Healthcare Group presented key projects and investments, achievements to date, future plans and opportunities for expansion and growth.

Sheikh Khaled was briefed on TERNA ENERGY, which Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) fully acquired in 2025 in a transaction with an enterprise value of €3.2 billion.

The transaction was the largest-ever energy acquisition on the Athens Stock Exchange and one of the largest renewable energy acquisitions in the European Union, highlighting the UAE as a strategic investor in clean energy in Greece and Europe.

The presentation covered the company’s portfolio of wind, solar, hydropower and energy storage projects, alongside plans to develop new projects and increase clean energy generation capacity, supporting energy security and accelerating the transition towards a low-emission economy.

His Highness also received a presentation from representatives of Hellenic Healthcare Group, in which UAE-based PureHealth acquired a 60% stake for €800 million in 2025, in a strategic step to expand PureHealth’s presence in the European healthcare sector.

The presentation outlined the activities of Hellenic Healthcare Group, the largest private healthcare provider in Greece and Cyprus, whose network of hospitals and diagnostic centres serves more than 1.4 million patients annually. It also covered plans to develop healthcare services, expand specialised services and harness advanced technology and digital solutions to enhance quality and efficiency.

Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan affirmed the importance of these strategic investments and their role in strengthening the economic partnership between the two countries and translating opportunities for cooperation into transformative projects that deliver sustainable economic and development value for both nations.

He highlighted the UAE’s commitment to further expanding its international investment partnerships and building on successes in sectors of strategic priority, opening new avenues for investment, innovation and the exchange of expertise, while enhancing the competitiveness of the UAE and Greek economies.

These investments were made under the joint investment initiative between the UAE and Greece, which was launched in May 2022 with a value of €4 billion. The initiative has helped establish strategic partnerships in vital sectors, particularly renewable energy and healthcare, reflecting the depth of bilateral relations and both countries’ commitment to strengthening long-term economic and investment cooperation.

The meeting was attended by Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court; Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO; Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi; Mansour Ibrahim Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi; Saif Saeed Ghobash, Secretary General of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Office of the Crown Prince; and Dr Ali Obaid Al Dhaheri, UAE Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic.

Meanwhile, the UAE plans to invest an additional $15 billion in Greece over the next five to eight years, targeting energy, hospitality, artificial intelligence, technology, industry and infrastructure, according to Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade.

Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Al Zeyoudi said the investment plans were announced during the visit of Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, and his meeting with the Greek Prime Minister.

He highlighted the significance of the visit in strengthening bilateral economic ties, noting that the UAE invested approximately US$4 billion in Greece four years ago, supporting projects in renewable energy, healthcare and technology.

The visit coincided with Investopia Mediterranean and the UAE-Greece Strategic Forum, bringing together officials, investors and business leaders from both countries.

Al Zeyoudi said 18 government, investment and economic memoranda of understanding, worth a combined €12.7 billion, were announced, covering direct Emirati investments in real estate, healthcare, food, renewable energy and AI infrastructure in Greece.

He described Greece as a key logistics hub and historic gateway to Eastern Europe, supported by its maritime capabilities.

On UAE-EU economic relations, Al Zeyoudi said negotiations were continuing, with the latest round, held approximately two weeks ago, proving more positive than previous rounds. He also highlighted Greece's role in this regard.

Bilateral trade reached approximately $300 million in the first half of 2026, up 13% despite regional geopolitical challenges, reflecting the strength of strategic ties and the two leaderships' shared vision for expanding cooperation.

Al Zeyoudi said the UAE's overseas investments support diversification, the international expansion of successful domestic projects and the exchange of expertise, particularly in technology.

He emphasised that the UAE's credibility as an international investor is fundamental to building long-term partnerships and strengthening investor confidence.

He also highlighted opportunities to benefit from Greek expertise in hospitality, logistics, maritime transport, fisheries, agriculture and energy technology, including cooperation to transfer such expertise to Mediterranean markets.

Al Zeyoudi noted the completion of several UAE-backed projects in Greece, particularly in energy and cross-border interconnections, expressing optimism about further investment opportunities as the Greek economy continues its transition from debt-related challenges towards economic growth.

WAM