Abu dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received His Excellency Ahmed Al-Sharaa, President of the Syrian Arab Republic, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two sides discussed fraternal relations and ways to strengthen cooperation, particularly in the development and economic fields, in a manner that supports mutual interests and benefits their peoples.

According to Emirates News Agency, the leaders also exchanged views on regional issues of mutual interest, including developments in the Middle East and their implications for regional and international peace and security, as well as their impact on maritime security and the global economy. In this context, His Excellency Al-Sharaa reiterated his condemnation of the Iranian terrorist attacks targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure in the UAE and other countries in the region, noting that they constitute a violation of sovereignty and international law and undermine regional security and stability. He also praised the effectiveness of the measures taken by the UAE to safeguard its security and stability and ensure the safety of its people.

The two sides affirmed their shared commitment to advancing UAE-Syria relations in a manner that supports development and contributes to building a more advanced and prosperous future for their peoples. The meeting was attended by high-ranking officials from both countries, including His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, and members of the Syrian delegation led by Asaad Al Shaibani, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates.

His Excellency Al-Sharaa arrived in the UAE earlier, where he was received at the Presidential Airport by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and His Excellency Khalifa bin Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State.