Abu dhabi: Sultan Mohammed Al Shamsi, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Development Affairs and International Organisations, attended the reception hosted by Julio Belarmino Gomes Maiato, Ambassador of the Republic of Angola to the UAE, celebrating Angola's National Day. According to Emirates News Agency, the event was held at the Rixos Marina Hotel in Abu Dhabi. It was graced by Yousef Al Mazrouei, Director of the Central Africa Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, alongside members of the Arab and foreign diplomatic corps accredited to the UAE, and members of the Angolan community residing in the country. During his speech, the Angolan ambassador highlighted the progressing relations between Angola and the UAE. He noted the potential and opportunities available to further develop and strengthen these ties for the mutual benefit of both nations.