UAE and Egypt: 50 years of brotherly bonds and strong relations

UAE and Egypt: 50 years of brotherly bonds and strong relations

ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates and the Arab Republic of Egypt have distinguished historical relations spanning more than 50 years, laid by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan who believed in Egypt's pivotal role and stature in the region.

The bilateral relations between the two countries date back to before the declaration of the Union in 1971, thanks to the efforts of late Sheikh Zayed and the late Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser, who brought together a fraternal and brotherly relationship that reflects common values and mutual respect between the two countries and their peoples.

The UAE's late founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, believed in Egypt's position in the Arab world, and its pivotal and pioneering role regionally. He provided the needed support to Egyptians, especially after the 1967 war, where he contributed effectively to the reconstruction journey, leaving an exceptional footprint in all vital and strategic sectors, including the Egyptian Armed Forces.

Back then, the Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser, who was a great supporter of the formation of the Union, sent teachers, engineers and doctors from Egypt, to support the UAE in its journey toward the Union.

After the passing of Abdel Nasser, the Arab Republic