His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today met with Ali Shamkhani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.
The meeting, held at the Za’abeel Palace in Dubai, explored ways to strengthen bilateral relations and partnerships between the two countries.
The two sides also discussed regional and international issues and new opportunities to work together to advance peace and cooperation in the region.
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