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Attack on UAE nuclear plant raises profile of Korean-made air defense system

The UAE's missile defense system, featuring Korea's Cheongung-II, successfully intercepted drones targeting the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, enhancing the system's appeal to other nations amid rising demand for air defense amid ongoing tensions.

2026-05-18

Drone strike sparks fire at UAE's Korean-built nuclear power plant, no safety concerns reported

A drone strike targeted the Barakah nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Sunday, setting an electrical generator ablaze on its perimeter and again straining the shaky cease-fire in the Iran war.

2026-05-17

UAE minister urges end to disruptions in Hormuz shipping lanes

UAE Minister Al Hajeri urged an end to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, condemning attacks on shipping and reaffirming commitment to maritime security.

2026-05-13

Combat-proven missile interceptor deal drives LIG’s R&D push in UAE

LIG D&A, whose missile interceptor systems drew global attention after being used by the UAE during the Iran conflict, plans to establish an R&D center and maintenance facilities in the Gulf nation within the year.

2026-05-06

Korean-operated ship left disabled in Strait of Hormuz following fire possibly from attack: HMM

The Korean-operated cargo ship HMM Namu caught fire late on Monday following an explosion while anchored near the UAE, leaving it disabled in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the shipping company HMM and Seoul’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

2026-05-05

Gulf states eye Korea's Cheongung-II to shore up depleted air defense systems

Gulf states are widening their search for suppliers to include countries such as Korea and Ukraine to shore up their depleted air defense systems in the wake of strikes by Iran, according to a recent report.

2026-04-13

Korea, UAE agree on early implementation of bilateral CEPA in move to shore up naphtha supplies

Top trade officials of Korea and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) agreed Friday on an early implementation of their comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA), Seoul's industry ministry said.

2026-04-03

Parliament ratifies Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with UAE

The National Assembly on Tuesday ratified the bilateral Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with the United Arab Emirates, marking Korea's first free trade pact with a Middle Eastern country.

2026-03-31

Kepco, KHNP reportedly agree to resolve UAE plant project dispute at home

The Korea Electric Power Corporation and Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power have reached a preliminary agreement to domestically settle a legal dispute over payments involving a United Arab Emirates power plant project, informed sources said Friday.

2026-03-27

UAE to prioritize crude oil supplies to Korea amid rising Middle East tensions

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has pledged to prioritize crude oil supplies to Korea amid Middle East tensions, Korean presidential chief of staff Kang Hoon-sik announced Wednesday.

2026-03-18