The United Arab Emirates (UAE) enjoys excellent bilateral relations with France in all spheres including political, economic, and defence.
In June 2020, the two Countries built an ambitious 10-year bilateral roadmap of the UAE-France Strategic Partnership (2020-2030), further broadening the spectrum of their bilateral cooperation on a range of issues.
In the Middle East, the UAE remains to be one of France’s key trading partners.
Annually, France exports goods worth approximately US$ 4 billion to the UAE, and at present more than 600 French businesses are operating across the Emirates.
Air France to operate Airbus A350-900 from October to connect Paris, Abu Dhabi
In a bid to further boost bilateral trade and tourism between the two Countries, Air France will launch direct flights between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in October 2023.
From October 29, the airline will connect the two Capitals by operating an Airbus A350-900 configured with 324 seats including 34 in business, 24 in premium economy, and 266 in economy classes.
The flight AF638 will leave Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 09.15 pm and land in Abu Dhabi at 06.45 am the next day.
Meanwhile, the flight AF639 will depart from Abu Dhabi at 08.45 am and arrive in Paris at 01.15 pm.
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