UAE President holds talks with Turkish Foreign Minister

Wednesday, 14 January 2026 22:13

By ARN News Staff

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has welcomed Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi.

The meeting highlighted the strong and growing relationship between the UAE and Turkey.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation across a range of sectors, within the framework of the strategic partnership and the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the two countries.

Discussions also focused on developments in the Middle East, particularly efforts to uphold the ceasefire in Gaza and address the worsening humanitarian situation.

The two leaders stressed the urgent need to ensure the swift and unhindered delivery of aid to civilians.

They also underscored the importance of intensifying diplomatic efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace based on the two-state solution, seen as key to long-term regional stability and prosperity.

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