UAE Officials Reem Al Hashimy And Thani Al Zeyoudi Meet European Parliament President Roberta Metsola

Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, and Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, met with Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament. The meeting took place at the European Parliament headquarters. Discussions focused on enhancing UAE-EU relations, particularly in trade, climate issues, and security matters.

Minister Al Hashimy also engaged with the European Parliament’s Delegation for Relations with the Arab Peninsula (DARP). These talks addressed urgent crises impacting the Middle East and beyond. The delegation stressed the need for joint efforts to tackle security challenges and humanitarian concerns.

The UAE and EU reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. They aim to enhance cooperation on global issues. Both parties highlighted the importance of a stable Middle East. The UAE and EU are committed to promoting peace and sustainable development in the region.

Humanitarian initiatives were a key topic during discussions. Both sides agreed on the necessity of continued collaboration in this area. They also discussed joint efforts to combat climate change and address evolving security challenges.

Trade, investment, and advanced technologies were significant points of discussion. Both parties recognized these areas as crucial for mutual interest. They agreed that diplomatic efforts should be based on mutual respect and transparency.

Lana Nusseibeh, Assistant Minister for Political Affairs, attended these meetings alongside Mohamed Al Sahlawi, UAE Ambassador to Belgium, Luxembourg, and the EU. Their presence underscored the importance of these discussions in fostering stronger ties between the UAE and EU.

The meetings concluded with both sides agreeing to maintain open communication channels. This approach aims to ensure a secure and interconnected world through shared visions and collaborative efforts.

With inputs from WAM