ABU DHABI: Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at Qasr Al Shatie in Abu Dhabi on Sunday and discussed the latest regional developments, upcoming priorities and matters of mutual interest, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.
The meeting was also attended by UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
During the meeting, Prince Khalid conveyed the greetings of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, to the UAE President, along with their wishes for further progress and prosperity for the UAE government and people, according to SPA.
Upon Saudi Leadership’s Directives, Defense Minister Meets UAE President.
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In turn, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed conveyed his greetings to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince.
The meeting reviewed regional developments and the importance of consultations on priorities for the coming period, SPA reported.
The two sides also exchanged views on the latest developments in the region and discussed issues and matters of mutual interest, according to SPA.
Prince Khalid arrived in Abu Dhabi earlier today, where he was received at Al Bateen Airport by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Saudi Defence Minister Meets with UAE Vice President
Earlier, Defence Minister Prince Khalid met with UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Defense Minister Meets with UAE Vice President in Abu Dhabi
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The meeting reviewed Saudi-UAE relations and underscored the importance of continuing coordination and cooperation to support regional security and stability.
Prince Khalid later departed Abu Dhabi from Al Bateen Airport, where he was seen off by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
