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  Havana, Dec 9 (Prensa Latina) — The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Cuba continue to foster a deepening partnership founded on mutual respect, friendship, and a shared commitment to collaboration. This bilateral relationship, which extends to the broader Caribbean region, has gained significant momentum in recent years, as highlighted by UAE Ambassador Hazza Alkaabi during a ceremony celebrating the 53rd anniversary of the founding of the UAE. A Landmark Year for UAE-Cuba Relations Ambassador Alkaabi noted that 2023 marked a turning point in UAE-Cuba relations. President Miguel Diaz-Canel’s visit to the UAE in November 2023 was the first by a Cuban head of state and a historic milestone in their bilateral ties. This was followed by a visit from Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero in February 2024, further solidifying the relationship. These visits resulted in the signing of over 10 agreements and memorandums of understanding between the two nations, aimed at diversifying cooperat...

Trade deals, advanced technology and security will be at the top of the agenda as President Sheikh Mohamed visits South Korea and China start from today. The visits aim to strengthen economic cooperation and partnerships with these strategic partners. Sheikh Mohamed arrived in Seoul on Tuesday for a two-day state visit to South Korea. He tweeted that he will join President Yoon Suk Yeol "to advance the Special Strategic Partnership between the UAE and Republic of Korea." Areas of discussion will include boosting economic partnership and people-to-people ties. Bilateral ties are extensive, with South Korea being the UAE's second largest Arab trade partner and 14th globally. In 2022, the value of non-oil trade between the two countries will exceed $72 billion. Priority will be given to strengthening supply chain linkages and promoting bilateral foreign investment, which rose to $2.2 billion from the UAE to South Korea. Key achievements of partnership include South Korean fi...

Top officials from the media sectors of the UAE and China met recently for gentle discussions. Sheikh Abdulla and Vice Minister Yonglei sought kind ways to nurture their relationship. They envisioned establishing partnerships that can cultivate both countries media landscapes. Areas of mutual understanding included using artificial intelligence's potential in an uplifting manner. Exchanging experiences and wisdom in a soothing way, the leaders also considered methods for improving ties between organizations. Their desire was to tenderly develop initiatives stemming from strategic relations. Ensuring shared goals, both sides emphasized thoughtfully consolidating bonds between institutions with compassion. It was an inclusive meeting embodying the leadership nurturing guidance. Sheikh Abdulla highlighted UAE laws that promote national talent. These laws motivate locals to create content boosting Emirati values and identity for youth. This aligns with wise leadership's goal to adv...

The presidents of the United Arab Emirates and Iraq's Kurdistan Region met today at Qasr Al Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi to discuss expanding cooperation between their countries. President His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed President Nichran Barzani to the talks aimed at strengthening the strategic partnership between the UAE and the Kurdistan Region. They explored new avenues for cooperation in trade, investment, infrastructure development, energy and many other areas. Developing sustainable economies and creating opportunities for prosperity were high on the leaders' agenda. Both Sheikh Mohammed and President Barzani stressed their commitment to support initiatives that advance development and benefit citizens. In addition to bilateral relations, they exchanged perspectives on regional issues and challenges facing the Middle East. With their shared values of tolerance, progress and stability, the UAE and Kurdistan seek to work together on issues of mutual ...

Omar Shehadeh from the United Arab Emirates had a visit to Trinidad and Tobago. He met with important leaders there. Shehadeh talked with Prime Minister Keith Rowley. They discussed how the two countries work together in many ways. Both countries help each other a lot. Rowley said the UAE and Trinidad are close friends. They cooperate on many things well. There are more chances to make connections in different areas. Shehadeh also agrees their friendship is deep. He wants to keep improving ways for the countries to help each other. Shehadeh talked with ministers of foreign affairs, transport works, trade and planning too. They talked about making the friendship between the two places stronger. The visit means the UAE and Trinidad will keep their bond thriving in the future. They support each other's progress.

  Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), today received Dr. Sultan Al Mansouri Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the UAE, at the Council's headquarters in Abu Dhabi. They talked about how the UAE and Qatar have a good friendship.  also  discussed the distinguished bilateral relations between the two fraternal countries, and the role of parliamentary diplomacy in serving national issues and strengthening security, peace and stability. Al Mansouri also said that the UAE and Qatar are friends. He said that Qatar wants the friendship to get even stronger. They want to cooperate more in different areas. This will benefit both countries and their people. The meeting was about maintaining the strong friendship between the two countries through cooperation between their Parliaments.

Commander of Naval Forces Rear Admiral Pilot Sheikh Saeed bin Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Nahyan received Vice Admiral Brad Cooper, Commander of US Naval Forces Central Command this morning. they had their talks United state department of defence Pentagon building  at Washington, DC The two naval leaders discussed  to explored the ways to promote better relations in all sectors, especially in military sectors. and defense affairs. who helps each other for upcoming many years  During the meeting, Rear Admiral Pilot Sheikh Saeed welcomed the American official and the accompanying delegation and praised the excellent friendly relations between the two friendly countries and the desire to expand them in various fields to coordinate activates even more closely in the future. They also reviewed aspects of promoting cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and the United States in the military and defense sectors to ensure further coordination between the two sides. Admiral Coope...

  The President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is set to embark on a working visit to France to meet with President Emmanuel Macron. The objective of the visit is to consolidate the long-standing strategic partnership between the UAE and France. The UAE and France have enjoyed strong bilateral relations for several decades, with a focus on cooperation in various fields such as defense, energy, and culture. This visit is expected to further strengthen the relationship between the two nations, as well as explore opportunities for increased collaboration. During the visit, the leaders are expected to discuss a wide range of topics, including regional and international issues of mutual concern, as well as ways to enhance cooperation in various sectors. The UAE is particularly interested in deepening its ties with France in the areas of technology, innovation, and renewable energy. France has been an important partner for the UAE in its efforts to d...

  The UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, met with the Vice President of Vietnam, His Excellency Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh, at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi to discuss bilateral relations and areas of cooperation between the two countries. During the meeting, His Highness welcomed the Vice President and expressed his desire to strengthen the existing relationship between the UAE and Vietnam. They discussed various areas of cooperation, including trade, investment, energy, tourism, and education, in order to further develop these sectors and foster mutual growth. The two leaders also discussed the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), which will be hosted by the UAE in 2023. They emphasized the importance of cooperation between nations to address climate change and discussed potential avenues for collaboration between the UAE and Vietnam in this area. His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan praised the strong relationship bet...

  The recent presentation of the letter of credence by His Excellency Abdulla Al Sabousi to the Governor General, Sir David Vunagi, marks a significant milestone in the strengthening of UAE-Solomon Islands relations. The Governor General accepted the letter of credential and extended his warm greetings and good health to the President of the UAE, highlighting the genuine spirit of hospitality and friendship that defines Solomon Islands. Ambassador Subousi's mission to focus on developing bilateral relations between UAE and Solomon Islands is expected to have a positive impact on both economies. This will lead to making valuable connections, creating trade and investment opportunities, and promoting economic growth. The UAE -Solomon Islands partnership presents an exciting opportunity to explore new horizons in trade and investment, contributing to shared prosperity and strengthening the bonds between our two nations. The Ambassador stressed the importance of building bilateral rela...

  The UAE' s Minister of State for Foreign Trade has recently led a delegation of government officials and business leaders to South Africa to enhance trade and investment opportunities between the two countries. This effort is aimed at promoting development in critical sectors such as logistics, food production, tourism, and energy. The delegation's efforts are timely as both South Africa and the UAE are facing economic challenges due to the impact of the global pandemic. By working together, they can unlock opportunities and drive growth in these crucial sectors. As logistics and food production are critical components of the supply chain, investing in these areas will have a significant impact on the entire value chain, ultimately boosting both countries' economies. Furthermore, tourism and energy are also areas where both countries can collaborate to drive development. South Africa has vast tourism potential with its natural beauty, wildlife, and cultural heritage, whil...

  The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreemen t (CEPA) between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Israel, which comes into effect on April 1, 2023, marks a new chapter in the bilateral relations between the two nations. The agreement is an important milestone in the normalization of relations between the UAE and Israel, which began with the signing of the Abraham Accords in 2020. The CEPA is a significant development for both nations, as it is expected to enhance their trade relations and promote economic growth. Under the agreement, the two nations will reduce customs duties and other trade barriers, and facilitate the movement of goods and services between them. The CEPA also provides for the protection of intellectual property rights and the promotion of investment between the two nations. The agreement is expected to have a positive impact on the economies of both nations. It is estimated that the CEPA could increase bilateral trade between the UAE and Israel by up to $4 bi...