Abdullah bin Zayed receives European Parliament President
Strengthening UAE–EU relations
The UAE top diplomat welcomed Metsola's visit. During the meeting—held in Abu Dhabi—they discussed paths of bilateral cooperation and ways to enhance relations at various levels to serve mutual interests.
Economic and strategic partnerships
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah praised the growing and evolving ties between the UAE and the EU, particularly following the recent launch of Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) negotiations. He noted this reflects a mutual commitment to a prosperous UAE–EU partnership across multiple sectors.
Advancing parliamentary cooperation
Sheikh Abdullah also commended the strengthening relationship between the Federal National Council (FNC) and the European Parliament. He highlighted the high-level parliamentary event hosted in the UAE, which included a special UAE–EU session chaired by Saqr Ghobash and attended by Metsola.
Discussing regional developments
The two leaders discussed ongoing serious developments in the Middle East and their implications for regional peace and security.
Role of parliaments in peace and stability
Sheikh Abdullah emphasised the vital role of parliaments in supporting diplomatic efforts to consolidate peace, ensure stability, and safeguard both regional and global security.
Attendees
The meeting was also attended by Saqr Ghobash, Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs, and Mohamed Ismail Al Sahlawi, UAE Ambassador to Belgium, Luxembourg, and the European Union.
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