Abu Dhabi: His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, yesterday (Monday) received Qatari Emir Shaikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani.
The meeting focused on ways to strengthen relations between the two countries, the latest regional developments and a number of issues of mutual interest.
“This visit reflects the depth of brotherly relations between the two countries, which boost the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) work towards more cohesive action that addresses the higher national interests of the GCC,” Shaikh Mohammad said.
They also tackled ways to enhance cooperation in line with the aspirations of the leaders and peoples of the two countries to achieve more prosperity.
Shaikh Mohammad underlined that the relations among the GCC states are strong, interdependent and serve the strategic objectives of the GCC, noting that the UAE, led by President His Highness Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is working for closer solidarity and cooperation among the GCC citizens in the face of all challenges and threats that affect the security and stability of the region.
He added that thanks to their loyal citizens, the Gulf nations are capable of facing all the challenges with determination and toughness to protect the gains and achievements based on the historical legacy and values of fraternity, solidarity and common destiny.
Shaikh Tamim expressed his delight at visiting the UAE, wishing it further progress and development under the leadership of Shaikh Khalifa. He stressed that the relations between Qatar and the UAE are fraternal and strong, based on kinship, love and cooperation. He added that the two countries are keen on promoting and developing relations in all fields to serve common interests.
The two sides stressed during the meeting the importance of working to strengthen the solidarity and unity of Arabs in light of the challenges facing the region, and to support all political and security efforts to maintain the security and stability of Arab countries, promote the development process and serve the aspirations of their peoples.
At the conclusion of their talks, they also stressed the depth of the fraternal ties that bind the two countries and vowed to ensure the development of relations in all fields as well as to continue coordination and consultation regarding all issues of concern in order to achieve their interests and serve the march of the GCC.
The meeting was attended by Lieutenant General Shaikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Shaikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, Shaikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Foreign Minister, and Saleh Mohammad Al Ameri, UAE Ambassador to Qatar.
