UAE, JAPAN BOOST COOPERATION

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan on Monday discussed strategic cooperation across various sectors. The two sides also reviewed regional and international developments and issues of mutual interest. —

ABU DHABI — His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan have discussed strategic cooperation between the two countries across various sectors. The two sides also reviewed regional and international developments and issues of mutual interest.

Discussions were held during official talks on Monday at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed expressed his hope that the visit will further develop the path of the distinguished and historic relations between the two countries, and widen the horizons of cooperation between them.

“We are honoured to have you in the UAE. This visit is of crucial importance, highlighting the distinguished ties between the UAE and Japan,” Sheikh Mohamed said.

This relationship between the two countries is not only confined to the economy and energy sectors, but also covers many areas.” Shinzo Abe, Japanese PM

Sheikh Mohamed stressed that UAE-Japan ties are of a strategic nature based on a long history of cooperation and understanding. “These ties are based on strong foundations and mutual respect, making them a model of diplomatic relations between nations, working together for the interests of the two countries and peoples,” he said.

“The Japanese experience is one that is inspiring, especially in terms of human resources development, innovative technologies, and the preservation of identity and culture while striving for modern innovations,” Sheikh Mohamed said.

He noted that the two friendly nations are partners at work for peace, development and stability on a regional and international level, where they both work effortlessly to spread the values of tolerance, coexistence and dialogue as fundamental to building the foundations of peace, security, and progress globally.

The Japanese prime minister expressed his happiness on his official visit to the country, adding that the distinguished ties that bring Japan and the UAE together are based distinct historical understanding and cooperation.

“This relationship between the two countries is not only confined to the economy and energy sectors, but also covers many areas, including the political, defence, education, agriculture, and advanced technologies sectors, which will further advance to attain sustainable progress,” Abe added.