In pictures: Mohamed bin Zayed received by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in Cairo

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi welcomed His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces and his accompanying delegation at Cairo International Airport, where the two sides exchanged cordial talks about the privileged relations between the two brotherly countries.

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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi welcomed His Highness Sheikh Mohamed and his accompanying delegation at Cairo International Airport.

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His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, President of Egypt, have discussed the relations between the UAE and Egypt and means of strengthening them, as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest.

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The discussion, which took place as President el-Sisi received His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and his accompanying delegation at the Etihadeya Palace in Cairo, was followed by an expanded session which addressed issues of common concern in more detail.

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The UAE and Egypt are bound together by well-established strategic relations, whose positive effects are not limited to both countries, but also extend to benefit Arab political stability and security, and economic development.

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Upon his arrival, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan greeted senior Egyptian officials.

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Collaboration between the two countries is a major factor in helping the region survive challenges and risks, especially during the current era that is witnessing rapid changes and developments which require constant coordination and discussions among Arab countries.

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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi greeted his delegation.

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Sheikh Mohamed also underlined the UAE’s desire to support the Arab people and their interests and ambitions, as well as to preserve the stability, peace and development of Arab societies.

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H.H. Sheikh Mohamed stated that he trusted the ability of the Arab world to regain its stability and balance and counter regional interferences in its affairs, while valuing Egypt’s pivotal role in the Arab world and the region and its wise and balanced policies, under the leadership of President el-Sisi, which will strengthen the Arab nation and serve the Arab people's interests.

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President el-Sisi asked H.H. Sheikh Mohamed to pass on his warm regards to President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa, wishing him the best of health and happiness. He also wished the UAE people greater advancement and prosperity, in light of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa’s wise leadership.