Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry hailed the long-standing strategic ties between Egypt and the UAE. Shoukry initiated the meeting with conveying President Abdel Fattah El Sisi's greetings to UAE President Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The two ministers discussed the latest Arab developments, notably the crises in Libya, Syria, Yamen, and Sudan, the spokesman added. On his side, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan lauded the UAE-Egyptian ties, confirming his country's support for the current development boom that Egypt witnesses at all levels. Organized by the UAE Foreign Ministry, the Sir Bani Yas Forum brings together senior decision makers from across the Middle East and around the world to discuss some of the most crucial issues facing the region.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 15, 2021 21:39 UTC