UAE President surprises UAE-based Canadian photographer during Canada PM’s visit

Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, created an unforgettable moment during the official visit of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to Abu Dhabi. As the leaders concluded their bilateral discussions on strengthening cooperation in trade, technology, clean energy and security, a UAE-based Canadian photographer was documenting the visit from the press line.

Noticing him, Sheikh Mohamed walked over with a smile, took the photographer’s camera into his own hands, and invited him to stand beside Prime Minister Carney. The President then personally clicked a photograph of the two Canadians together — a gesture that left the photographer visibly moved.

The spontaneous moment quickly became the highlight of the visit, reflecting the UAE President’s characteristic humility and the country’s spirit of hospitality. It added a human touch to a day focused on advancing strategic ties between the UAE and Canada.