UAE President Hosts Arab Parliamentary Delegation: Strengthening Regional Ties and Cooperation
UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Arab Parliament leaders at Al Bahar Palace in Abu Dhabi, focusing on strengthening cooperation between Arab nations and coordinating positions on regional challenges. The meeting highlights the UAE's continued role in Arab diplomatic efforts as the region faces ongoing political and economic pressures.
The discussion centered on how the Arab Parliament can better unite Arab legislative bodies to serve their peoples' interests and support stability across the region. Both sides emphasized the need for coordinated diplomatic efforts to address current challenges facing Arab nations in international forums.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed received the Arab Parliament delegation led by President Mohammed Ahmed Al Yamahi. The talks covered ways to enhance solidarity between Arab parliaments and boost parliamentary diplomacy as a tool for regional problem-solving.
The Arab Parliament delegation expressed appreciation for the UAE leader's consistent support of Arab causes and joint Arab action across various fields, including parliamentary cooperation. They noted how this approach benefits Arab peoples broadly.
This meeting comes at a time when Arab nations are grappling with multiple regional conflicts and economic uncertainties. The emphasis on parliamentary diplomacy reflects a broader push to use legislative channels alongside traditional diplomatic efforts to address regional issues.
Several senior UAE officials attended the meeting, including Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and other members of the ruling family and government officials.
The UAE has positioned itself as a key mediator in regional affairs, often hosting diplomatic meetings and maintaining dialogue with various parties across Middle Eastern conflicts. This latest meeting reinforces that approach through parliamentary channels.
Sara Khaled