Abu Dhabi: President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev met with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, in Abu Dhabi. The meeting, held on January 13, focused on the strengthening of strategic partnerships between the two countries.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the UAE President fondly recalled his official visit to Azerbaijan in 2024 and his trip during COP29, along with the meetings and discussions he had with the Azerbaijani President during these visits. President Ilham Aliyev appreciated the UAE President’s participation in COP29, emphasizing that Azerbaijan’s cooperation with the United Arab Emirates, along with the UAE’s concept, contributed to the successful conclusion of this important international event.

The heads of state underscored the strategic partnership, highlighting the friendly and brotherly relations between Azerbaijan and the UAE. They noted the prevailing stability and peace in both nations. President Ilham Aliyev praised the excellent level of political relations and pointed to the expanding economic and trade ties. He underscored that the UAE’s investments in Azerbaijan’s renewable energy sector serve as a testament to the friendship and partnership between the two countries. The close cooperation in the traditional energy sector was also highlighted.

The discussion included an exchange of views on bilateral, regional, global, and other issues of mutual interest.