Isaac Herzog receives an official invitation from the President of the State to attend the Abu Dhabi Space Dialogue
Lapid: Abdullah bin Zayed's historic visit will contribute to strengthening bilateral relations
The Israeli president receives an official invitation from the head of state to attend the Abu Dhabi Space Dialogue.
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A press conference for Abdullah bin Zayed and Yair Lapid after their meeting yesterday.
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His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, met with Prime Minister of the State of Israel Yair Lapid. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, to attend the Abu Dhabi Space Dialogue.
During the meeting of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Yair Lapid, which was held within the framework of His Highness's official visit to Israel, they discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and joint cooperation in light of the Abrahamic Peace Agreement signed in 2020.
His Highness and the Israeli Prime Minister discussed issues of common interest, regional and international developments, and ways to enhance efforts to achieve peace and stability in the Middle East.
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan stressed that the relations between the UAE and the State of Israel are moving forward towards broader horizons of joint cooperation in all fields.
For his part, Yair Lapid welcomed the visit of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the accompanying delegation to the State of Israel, and praised the distinguished bilateral relations between the two countries.
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan delivered a speech after the meeting, in which he said: "His Excellency the Prime Minister, about two years ago, I was honored to be part of our joint declaration by signing the Abrahamic Peace Agreement between our two countries by representing my beloved country, the United Arab Emirates."
His Highness added, “I am sure that I am not alone, but many of those who attended the signing ceremony of the Abrahamic Peace Agreement in Washington in the United States, did not expect at the time that we would meet after two years with the Israeli Prime Minister to celebrate together today two years since the start of distinguished and warm bilateral relations, not only between the two countries. But between the two peoples as well.”
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan indicated in this regard that about half a million Israelis visited the UAE during the past two years, adding that there are about 7 to 8 flights daily between the two countries.
His Highness said that there is a continuous growth in the volume of trade exchange between the UAE and the State of Israel, expressing his belief that the free trade agreement signed between the two countries may be the fastest free trade agreement signed by Israel.
His Highness added, "I look forward to the continuation of our bilateral relationship at a distinguished and warm pace, and for the Emirati and Israeli citizens to reap the fruits of this relationship and feel happy in order to spread a message of hope that our region needs for a long time."
For his part, Prime Minister of the State of Israel Yair Lapid said: "Today we celebrate the visit of a strategic partner to our country," stressing that this historic visit will contribute to strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries at various levels.
He pointed out that bilateral cooperation between the two countries is witnessing a steady growth, and the UAE and the State of Israel have signed a comprehensive economic partnership agreement, and we are moving forward towards strengthening our relationship to achieve prosperity and sustainable development for our two peoples.
The meeting was attended by Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemi, Minister of Culture and Youth Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State Ahmed bin Ali Mohammed Al Sayegh, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for Cultural and Public Diplomacy Omar Ghobash, and UAE Ambassador to the State of Israel Mohammed Mahmoud Al Khaja .
Earlier, the President of the State of Israel, Isaac Herzog, received an official invitation from His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, to attend the "Abu Dhabi Space Dialogue", which will be held under the patronage of His Highness and organized by the Emirates Space Agency in the capital Abu Dhabi next December.
This came when the Israeli President received His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, where His Highness handed over the invitation to Isaac Herzog.
During the meeting, which was held within the framework of his official visit to the State of Israel, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan conveyed the greetings of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and his wishes for the State of Israel progress and prosperity.
For his part, Isaac Herzog conveyed His Highness' greetings to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and his wishes for prosperity, progress and prosperity for the UAE.
During the meeting, they discussed prospects for partnership and bilateral cooperation between the UAE and the State of Israel, and the opportunities available to enhance and develop it in several fields, including economic, investment, food security, and others to achieve the common interests of the two countries and their peoples.
The two sides also discussed a number of issues of common interest, in addition to the situation in the region and efforts to consolidate peace and stability there, and they discussed regional and international developments and exchanged views on them.
Isaac Herzog welcomed the visit of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the accompanying delegation, stressing the importance of this visit in strengthening bilateral relations and developing joint cooperation for the benefit of the two countries and their peoples.
For his part, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan praised the growth and development of Emirati-Israeli relations, and the two friendly countries' keenness to enhance their bilateral cooperation at all levels, in order to achieve their mutual interests and contribute to the prosperity and prosperity of their peoples.
His Highness stressed that the Abrahamic Peace Agreement opened promising prospects for building distinguished bilateral relations between the UAE and the State of Israel and strengthening the development partnership between the two countries.
His Highness also affirmed the UAE's keenness to achieve peace, stability and development in the Middle East for the good and prosperity of its peoples.
After the meeting, the President of the State of Israel, Isaac Herzog, hosted a luncheon in honor of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and the accompanying delegation.
Abdullah bin Zayed:
"The Abrahamic Peace Agreement opened promising prospects for building distinguished bilateral relations between the UAE and Israel."
"The UAE is keen to achieve peace, stability and development in the Middle East."
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