President Hichilema Arrives In Abu Dhabi For Two-Day Working Visit

President Hakainde Hichilema has arrived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, for a two-day working visit focused on strengthening bilateral relations and attracting investment to Zambia.

Acting foreign affairs and international cooperation minister Situmbeko Musokotwane said the visit, scheduled for 29th and 30th September 2026, follows an invitation from UAE president and ruler of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Dr. Musokotwane added that the visit will focus on investment, private sector development, value addition, industrialization and advancing Zambia’s grow Zambia agenda.

He said President Hichilema and Sheikh Mohamed are expected to hold an official bilateral meeting to discuss matters of mutual interest and deepen cooperation between the two countries.

The engagements will also cover priority areas including mining and mineral value addition, agriculture, energy, infrastructure, transport and logistics, tourism and healthcare.

Zambia opened its embassy in Abu Dhabi in 2023, while the UAE deployed its first resident ambassador to Zambia in September 2026.