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ABU DHABI (WAM)
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received Dr Constantinos Kombos, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus.
During the meeting, the two top diplomats discussed the friendship and strategic partnership between the UAE and Cyprus, and ways to strengthen and develop cooperation across various fields in a manner that supports the two countries’ shared interests and enhances pathways towards sustainable development.
They further reviewed opportunities to boost bilateral collaboration in several vital sectors, including economic, trade and investment fields.
The meeting also addressed the repercussions of the unprovoked and terrorist Iranian missile attacks that have targeted the UAE and a number of brotherly and friendly countries in the region.
His Highness expressed his appreciation for the visit of Dr Kombos, noting that it reflects the depth of the friendship between the two countries and reaffirms the Republic of Cyprus’ full solidarity with the UAE following the Iranian attacks.
During the meeting, His Highness reaffirmed the country’s full solidarity with the friendly Republic of Cyprus, praising the strength of UAE-Cyprus relations and their continuous development across various fields.
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed emphasised the UAE’s interest in expanding cooperation with Cyprus in a manner that serves the aspirations of both countries to achieve further progress and prosperity for their peoples.
The meeting also touched on cooperation between the UAE and the European Union, particularly as the Republic of Cyprus assumes the presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2026.
The meeting was also attended by Saeed Mubarak Al Hajeri, Minister of State.
