South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has arrived today (17/11/2025) in Abu Dhabi for high-level talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed, with nuclear cooperation set to dominate the agenda.
Discussions are expected to build on the Barakah model and explore pathways for a second reactor, alongside new security and technology frameworks.
This note explores UAE–South Korea nuclear coordination, including:
- The Emirati and South Korean officials involved
- The UAE’s evaluation of reactor technologies and timelines
- The structure of the proposed joint committee overseeing future projects
