PANAMA CITY (WAM)
On behalf of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State, and Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, participated in the Global Leaders Forum held in Panama City to mark the bicentenary of the 1826 Amphictyonic Congress of Panama.
On the sidelines of the Forum, the ministers met with a number of senior officials including Javier Martínez-Acha, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of Environment; Jorge Herrera, President of the National Assembly; and Adolfo Fábrega, Director-General of the National Authority for Government Innovation.
Minister Al Kaabi reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to further strengthening its bilateral relations with the Republic of Panama, which this year marks the 33rd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries on March 9, 1993.
She highlighted the continued development of bilateral ties across a range of sectors and the agreements and memorandums of understanding that have further strengthened the framework for cooperation.
Al Kaabi said that the forum reflects the importance of multilateral action in building a safer and more prosperous future for all.
She added that the UAE believes in strengthening international cooperation, fostering dialogue, and upholding shared principles as essential pillars for advancing global peace, security, and prosperity.
The minister stressed that cooperation among nations remains the most effective means of addressing common challenges and shaping a more stable future, stating: "We are stronger when we are united."