Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, welcomed Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, during his participation in the presidential inauguration ceremony held on Tuesday at the Iranian Parliament.
Sheikh Abdullah conveyed congratulations from President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the Iranian President, along with his wishes for success in serving his country. In return, President Pezeshkian sent his greetings to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and wished continued growth and prosperity for the UAE.
The meeting discussed various issues related to UAE-Iran relations. During the discussions, Sheikh Abdullah emphasised the UAE’s commitment to enhancing its ties with Iran to benefit both nations and support efforts to achieve lasting peace, security, and stability in the region.
Also present at the meeting were Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy; Mohamed Hassan Al Suwaidi, UAE Minister of Investment; Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State; Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Defence, Interior, and Foreign Affairs Committee at the UAE’s Federal National Council (FNC); Dr. Tariq Humaid Al Tayer, First Deputy Speaker of the FNC; and Saif Mohammed Al Zaabi, UAE Ambassador to Iran.