The key facts

  • Sheikh Mohamed received the Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy during his visit to the UAE
  • Regional developments and the challenges facing the Arab world were discussed
  • Fahmy noted the UAE's role in strengthening peace and stability in the region

Meeting in Abu Dhabi

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed received the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, Nabil Fahmy, who arrived in the Emirates on a visit. This was reported by The National. The main topics of the conversation were regional developments and the challenges facing the Arab world.

What was discussed

The parties emphasized the need to intensify efforts and coordination in response to changing regional circumstances, as well as to strengthen security and stability. According to Fahmy, the UAE, under Sheikh Mohamed's leadership, plays an important role in promoting regional peace and stability, which aligns with the aspiration of Arab countries for a stronger and more sustainable future.

Context

The meeting reflects the UAE's ongoing engagement with regional and multilateral structures, where the country seeks to play a leading role in Arab diplomacy. It also demonstrated the alignment of priorities between the UAE and the League of Arab States during a period of significant geopolitical change in the Middle East and North Africa. The meeting was attended by Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed, the Ruler's Representative in the Al Dhafra Region Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, Sheikh Falah bin Zayed, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak, and Adviser to the UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad.

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