The diplomatic relations between the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Senegal starts from the year 1970, which marked the beginning of official communication between the two countries.
- In 2002, the Senegalese embassy was opened in Abu Dhabi, while the UAE embassy in Dakar was opened on 11/17/2008.
- The relations between the two countries are characterized by great consensus on various topical issues, which was positively reflected in the mutual support for the support of the two countries' nominations in regional and international forums.