UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed is warmly received by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh on a fraternal visit, on Wednesday, September 3. Photo: SPA
Riyadh: United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in the Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, on Wednesday, September 3.
He was received upon his arrival at King Khalid International Airport by Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
Accompanied by a high-level Emirati delegation, the visit was described as fraternal by the Emirates News Agency (WAM).
During their meeting, the leaders reviewed the strong fraternal relations between Saudi Arabia and the UAE and discussed enhancing cooperation across political, economic, security, and investment fields. They also addressed regional developments, with a particular focus on the latest situation in Palestine.
Following the talks, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bid farewell to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed as he departed Riyadh. The UAE President was also seen off at King Khalid International Airport by Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Defence.
The UAE and Saudi Arabia enjoy deep-rooted strategic relations, underpinned by shared visions and close collaboration across political, economic, and security spheres.
Editor’s note: This article has been updated to include details of the meeting discussions and the UAE President’s departure.
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