Sheikh Mohamed welcomes Comoros President to UAE

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UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has extended a warm welcome to Comoros leader Azali Assoumani as he begins his state visit in the UAE.

During their meeting at Qasr Al Shati, both leaders expressed keenness to expand bilateral cooperation in the economic, trade, investment and development fields.

The leaders also exchanged views on the developments in Africa, and emphasised the importance of identifying peaceful solutions to conflicts.

Taking to his official social media handle, Sheikh Mohamed said he held "constructive talks aimed at further strengthening ties between our two nations, and reiterated our commitment to support all efforts that promote sustainable global growth and stability".

President Assoumani expressed his pleasure at visiting the UAE, stressing his country's interest in learning from the UAE's successful developmental model. Furthermore, he commended the UAE's support for economic, social, educational, and infrastructure initiatives in Comoros.

The leaders also witnessed the signing of four MoUs in the fields of education, diplomatic training and public health, and the operation of the hotel currently branded as Golden Tulip Grande Comore Moroni Resort & Spa.

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