UAE President, Prime Minister of Ethiopia explore avenues of boosting bilateral relations

UAE President, Prime Minister of Ethiopia explore avenues of boosting bilateral relations

Addis Ababa: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Dr Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of Ethiopia, on Friday held talks on various aspects of bilateral relations, in addition to broader regional and international issues of mutual interest.

During the meeting held in Addis Ababa, the Prime Minister of Ethiopia welcomed the UAE President, emphasising that His Highness' visit further advances relations between the two countries.

Sheikh Mohamed expressed his delight at visiting Ethiopia and meeting with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. He thanked him for delivering his condolences in person on the passing of Sheikh Saeed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, which reflected the special and strong relationship between the two countries.

The UAE President congratulated Abiy Ahmed on the occasion of his birthday, which falls on 15th August, wishing him a long life, good health, and happiness. He also extended his greetings to Sahle-Work Zewde, President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, and conveyed his wishes for her health and wellbeing.

Sheikh Mohamed and the Prime Minister of Ethiopia discussed enhancing various areas of cooperation, including economic, investment, and development ties, across all sectors to serve joint aspirations to support the development and prosperity of both nations.

The two sides discussed regional