Key leading figures from both countries discussed the prospects of advancing bilateral relations in all fields, with a particular focus on the investment and trade domains.
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, received President Macky Sall of the Republic of Senegal, who is on a multi-day visit to the UAE.
The meeting was held at Al Shati’ Palace, where the two sides also reviewed the latest developments in the Middle East and Africa and several international issues of interest.
Macky Sall was seen touring the EXPO 2020 Dubai site, with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, meeting with the President during his visit to the country’s pavilion.
The mega-event was a key point of discussion during the Senegal leader’s meeting with Sheikh Mohamed.
The importance of ensuring cross-cultural communications and building engagement between diverse cultures and markets across the globe was emphasized as the two countries continue to work on bilateral ties.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held a phone call with Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation within the framework of the two countries’ strategic partnership.
Preparations and loading operations began on Sunday for the Umm Al Emarat humanitarian vessel, as part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 to support the people of the Gaza Strip.
Italian President Sergio Mattarella has praised the decision by the jury of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity to honour the historic peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia as the award’s recipient for 2026, reaffirming Italy’s support for the peace process between the two countries.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a new bridge at the busy Al Qudra Road intersection, cutting journey times by more than 50 per cent and almost tripling traffic capacity on one of the city’s fastest-growing corridors.