President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Mélanie Joly, Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, on Tuesday, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi.
During the meeting, His Highness and the Canadian Foreign Minister discussed bilateral relations and ways to strengthen cooperation in various sectors to help both countries achieve their development ambitions.
The meeting also touched on several regional and international topics of mutual interest, notably the developments in the Middle East and the urgent need to protect civilians in the Gaza Strip. The meeting also underscored the importance of enhancing the humanitarian response, amid the worsening situation and the critical developments threatening regional and global security, stability, and peace.
The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region among other senior officials, guests and UAE citizens.