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Emirates 24/7
10-02-2025
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Presidents of UAE, Guinea-Bissau discuss bilateral relations, exchange honours
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed His Excellency Umaro Sissoco Embaló, President of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau. During their meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, the two leaders discussed cooperation, particularly in the areas of development, economy, trade, and investment, with a focus on advancing shared development priorities and fulfilling the aspirations of their peoples for progress and prosperity. The discussions also covered a range of issues of mutual interest, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to strengthening cooperation between the UAE and Guinea-Bissau for the benefit of both nations and their citizens. As part of the meeting, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency President Umaro Sissoco Embaló exchanged honours. His Highness conferred the Order of Zayed, the UAE's highest decoration awarded to heads of state, upon the President of Guinea-Bissau in recognition of his efforts to enhance bilateral relations. In turn, His Excellency President Umaro Sissoco Embaló presented His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with the Amílcar Cabral Medal, the highest honour granted by Guinea-Bissau, in appreciation of his role in strengthening ties between the two countries across various fields and as a testament to the deep bonds of friendship that unite them. The meeting and the exchange of honours were attended by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President; Ali Mohammed Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security; Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, and a number of top officials. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Sharjah 24
09-02-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
Presidents of UAE, Guinea-Bissau enhance bilateral relations
During their meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, the two leaders discussed cooperation, particularly in the areas of development, economy, trade, and investment, with a focus on advancing shared development priorities and fulfilling the aspirations of their peoples for progress and prosperity. Commitment to strengthening ties The discussions also covered various issues of mutual interest, reaffirming both nations' commitment to strengthening cooperation for the benefit of their citizens. Both leaders emphasized the importance of continuing to build strong bilateral relations. Exchange of honours As part of the meeting, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan conferred the Order of Zayed, the UAE's highest decoration for heads of state, upon President Umaro Sissoco Embaló. This was in recognition of his efforts to enhance bilateral relations. In return, President Embaló presented His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with the Amílcar Cabral Medal, Guinea-Bissau's highest honour, as a gesture of appreciation for his role in strengthening the ties between the two nations. Attendance of senior officials The meeting and the exchange of honours were attended by several senior UAE officials, including His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs, Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President, Ali Mohammed Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security, and Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State.
The National
09-02-2025
- Business
- The National
President Sheikh Mohamed welcomes Guinea-Bissau's President in Abu Dhabi
President Sheikh Mohamed welcomed Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embalo in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. The two leaders discussed co-operation, particularly in the areas of development, economy, trade and investment, state news agency Wam reported. During their meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed and Mr Embalo discussed a range of issues of mutual interest, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to strengthening relations between the UAE and Guinea-Bissau. The Order of Zayed, the UAE's highest decoration awarded to heads of state, was presented to Mr Embalo by Sheikh Mohamed, in recognition of his efforts to enhance bilateral relations. Mr Embalo, in turn, presented Sheikh Mohamed with the Amílcar Cabral Medal, the highest honour granted by Guinea-Bissau, in appreciation of his role in strengthening ties between the two countries.
