UAE and Saudi officials discuss regional security and strengthen bilateral ties
Foreign ministers’ phone call
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, held a phone call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. During the conversation they discussed regional developments and efforts to maintain security and stability. They also reviewed the longstanding ties between the UAE and Saudi Arabia and explored ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in support of their shared interests and the prosperity of their peoples.
Saudi defence minister’s Abu Dhabi visit
The call followed a visit to Abu Dhabi on Sunday, October 18 by Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. He met UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. In that meeting the two sides discussed bilateral relations and ways to strengthen cooperation, while exchanging views on regional developments and efforts to promote security, stability and lasting peace.
Additional talks on cooperation and security
Prince Khalid also held talks with Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court. Their discussion focused on bilateral cooperation and regional security.
