UAE And Comoros Leaders Discuss Strengthening Economic And Trade Ties

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan recently held a significant meeting with His Excellency Azali Assoumani, President of the Union of the Comoros. This high-profile gathering took place at Qasr Al Bahr, marking a pivotal moment as it coincided with the Comoros' accession to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) during the 13th Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi.

The discussions between the two leaders were comprehensive, covering various aspects of bilateral cooperation and exploring avenues for further development, particularly in economic, trade, investment, and development sectors. The aim is to bolster ongoing development and prosperity for both nations. The importance of the Comoros joining the WTO was a key topic, highlighting its potential to boost developmental efforts and attract more investment opportunities beneficial to its national economy and people.

Additionally, Sheikh Mohamed and President Assoumani deliberated on several regional and international issues of mutual interest, reflecting the depth of discussions and the broad scope of topics covered during their meeting.

The meeting saw the attendance of prominent figures from the UAE, including H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC); H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation; H.H. Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs; H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President; H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Office of Development and Martyrs Families Affairs at the Presidential Court; Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Advisor for Special Affairs at the Presidential Court; Sheikh Shakhbout bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State; along with numerous Sheikhs, ministers, senior officials, guests, and citizens.

The meeting underscores a significant step towards strengthening ties between the UAE and the Comoros, focusing on mutual development goals and economic prosperity. It also highlights the UAE's support for new members of international organizations like the WTO and its commitment to fostering international cooperation.

With inputs from WAM