UAE President Receives Written Message from Mauritanian Counterpart Delivered by Mansour bin Zayed
The UAE and Mauritania are strengthening their diplomatic ties as President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani sent a formal letter to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan focusing on bilateral cooperation. The message was delivered through a high-level meeting in Abu Dhabi, signaling both countries' commitment to expanding their partnership across multiple sectors.
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE's Deputy President and Deputy Prime Minister, received the letter during his meeting with Mauritanian Prime Minister Mokhtar Ould Ajay at Qasr Al Watan palace in Abu Dhabi yesterday. The diplomatic exchange comes as both nations look to deepen their economic and political connections.
The discussions covered ways to develop cooperation between the two countries across various fields, with both sides emphasizing sustainable development and mutual interests. This meeting reflects the UAE's broader strategy of building stronger relationships with African nations, particularly those in the Arab world.
For investors and businesses, this diplomatic engagement opens potential opportunities in sectors where both countries have complementary strengths. The UAE's position as a regional financial hub and Mauritania's natural resources, including significant mineral deposits and fishing industries, create a foundation for expanded trade relationships.
The timing of this diplomatic outreach is significant as both countries navigate regional economic challenges and seek new partnerships to support their development goals. Mauritania has been working to attract foreign investment and technical expertise, while the UAE continues expanding its influence across Africa through strategic partnerships and investment initiatives.
Both sides also exchanged views on regional issues of mutual concern, though specific details weren't disclosed. This type of diplomatic dialogue typically covers security cooperation, regional stability, and coordinated approaches to international challenges affecting both nations.
Sara Khaled