Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Welcomes UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, The Gulf Observer: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with the Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi today. The British Prime Minister is on a working visit to the UAE, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations.
During their meeting, Sheikh Mohamed and Sir Keir Starmer discussed avenues for enhancing collaboration between the UAE and the UK, focusing on advancing the shared development aspirations of both nations. Sir Keir extended his heartfelt congratulations to Sheikh Mohamed on the occasion of the UAE’s 53rd National Day (Eid Al Etihad) and conveyed his wishes for continued prosperity and progress for the Emirati people.
The discussions underscored the historic ties between the UAE and the UK, with both leaders reaffirming their commitment to further strengthening cooperation in various fields. They emphasized the importance of fostering joint efforts to address regional and global challenges, including peacebuilding and diplomatic initiatives.
The leaders exchanged views on regional and international developments, with particular attention to the Middle East. Both reiterated their nations’ dedication to supporting initiatives that promote peace, security, and stability worldwide. They stressed the value of resolving conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy.
The meeting was attended by senior UAE officials, including:
- H.H. Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser
- H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs
- H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs
- Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun, Advisor to the UAE President
- Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation
- Khaldoun Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority
- Lieutenant General Issa Saif bin Ablan Al Mazrouei, Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces
- Mansour Abdullah Khalfan Belhoul, UAE Ambassador to the UK
The visit highlights the enduring partnership between the UAE and the UK, reflecting shared values and mutual ambitions to address global challenges while fostering prosperity for their peoples.
