Abdullah bin Zayed meets Polish Foreign Minister in Warsaw

H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, met in Warsaw with HE Zbigniew Rau, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland. During the meeting, which was held within the framework of His Highness’s official visit to the Republic of Poland, they discussed ways to enhance the UAE-Polish bilateral relations and push the prospects for joint cooperation between the two countries in all fields to achieve their mutual interests and benefit their peoples. The two sides’ discussions also dealt with a number of regional and international issues of concern, including the crisis in Ukraine and global efforts to achieve stability in energy markets. In his speech in the joint statement with H.E. Zbigniew Rau, Poland’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan said: “The UAE values ​​the exceptional relations and the close ties that unite our two countries, which include cooperation in various economic, political and cultural fields,” expressing his happiness to be present. In the Republic of Poland, a country with a long history and a prominent presence on the international scene.” He pointed out: “The valuable participation of Poland in Expo 2020 Dubai was a present example of this joint cooperation and Poland’s cultural and economic capabilities and its ability to innovate and create. His Highness said: “During the current period in which the world, led by Europe, faces difficult and complex challenges, we appreciate Poland’s decisive role, especially in facing international issues in terms of its cooperation with neighboring countries in dealing with the humanitarian crisis resulting from the conflict in Ukraine by receiving millions of refugees. warm welcome, and the expansion of social safety nets to meet their needs.” He added, “We appreciate Poland’s vital role in facilitating the delivery of aid to Ukraine, including relief supplies coming from my country.” He stressed: “We believe in the need to intensify efforts to alleviate crises, especially with regard to allowing humanitarian aid to reach the needy without any hindrances. We also support Poland in expressing our concern about the high levels of hunger and food insecurity globally, which requires us to make international efforts to confront these common challenges Which is one of my top priorities.” His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan said: “We also welcome all mediation efforts made by the international community to bring together views and promote stability and peace in Europe and around the world, as the UAE, as a current member of the Security Council, looks forward to continuing to work with member states, To resolve the conflict peacefully and through diplomatic means, in line with international law and the Charter of the United Nations. And he stated: “Our economic and trade partnerships reflect the common goals between our two countries. Last year, non-oil trade between the two countries increased to about 1.4 billion US dollars, which represents an increase of 10 percent compared to previous years, and the UAE received more than 37,000 Polish tourists, as well as About signing new agreements aimed at developing and expanding horizons for investment and economic cooperation. His Highness added, “We look forward to strengthening aspects of cooperation in all fields, especially renewable energy, health, education and technology, to achieve more prosperity and stability for our peoples.” At the conclusion of his speech, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan thanked His Excellency Zbigniew Rao for the warm reception and exchange of views on important issues, expressing his aspiration to meet His Excellency soon in the UAE. For his part, H.E. Zbigniew Rao welcomed the visit of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, stressing the importance of this visit in opening many prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two sides in all fields. He pointed out that the UAE and Poland have distinguished bilateral relations, and there is a common interest from both countries to develop prospects for cooperation in various fields. His Excellency offered his condolences to His Highness on the death of the late Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, may God have mercy on him. He also expressed his wishes to the UAE for continued progress, stability and prosperity under the wise leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, “may God protect him.” His Excellency praised the great efforts made by the UAE to consolidate regional security and stability and maintain international peace and security, as well as its outstanding global humanitarian initiatives. The meeting was attended by Dr. Iman Ahmed Al Salami, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Poland.