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Gulf Today
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UAE, Egyptian Presidents discuss fraternal ties, regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks today with Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, focusing on the deep-rooted fraternal relations between the two countries and ways to further strengthen cooperation across various sectors, particularly those that advance their shared development goals and serve the mutual interests of their peoples. The discussions took place during His Excellency President El-Sisi's fraternal visit to the UAE, wherein Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed received him at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi. At the start of the meeting, the two leaders exchanged greetings and best wishes ahead of Eid Al Adha, praying to God to bless the occasion with health and happiness for all and grant continued prosperity and blessings to both nations and their peoples. The two leaders also reviewed regional and international issues of mutual concern and exchanged views on recent developments in the Middle East, particularly efforts to restore security and stability in the region. They stressed the importance of intensifying efforts to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and work towards a clear political horizon for a just and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution, ensuring security and stability for all. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reaffirmed their shared commitment to continued consultation and coordination between the UAE and Egypt on matters that serve the interests of both nations and support efforts to promote regional peace, security, and stability as essential foundations for development and prosperity. Following the meeting, His Highness the President hosted a luncheon in honour of the Egyptian President. The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court; Lt. General H.H. Sheikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior; H.H. Sheikh Hamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs; H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; H.H. Sheikh Zayed Bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence; Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Chairman of the UAE Football Association (UAEFA); Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President; Ali Bin Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security; Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology; Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, UAE Minister of Investment;Jassim Mohammed Buataba Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Department of Finance; and several senior officials. The Egyptian President departed the UAE at the conclusion of his fraternal visit. He was bid farewell at the Presidential Airport by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, along with a number of Sheikhs and senior officials.
Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan witnesses signing of agreement between Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 and ADNOC
2 June 2025 18:35 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, and Chairman of the Supreme Organising Committee for the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, witnessed the signing of a sponsorship agreement between the games and ADNOC. Under the agreement, ADNOC will become the official Presenting Sponsor of the first-ever edition of the event to be held in the Middle agreement was signed in the presence of His Excellency Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNOC, and His Excellency Mohammed Al Junaibi, Vice Chairman of the Open Masters Abu Dhabi 2026 Organising Committee. The signatories were His Excellency Aref Hamad Al Awani, General Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and Saif Al Falahi, ADNOC, Director of Group Business Support and Special Tasks. Senior officials from both parties and prominent local athletes were also in attendance. Furthermore, the event featured the official unveiling of the logo for the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, which is inspired by the UAE's diverse natural landscape, and the games' ethos of healthy living and community values. The ceremony underscored the leadership's long-term commitment to fostering social cohesion and pursuing active lifestyles, while positioning the UAE as a global hub for longevity and Excellency Aref Hamad Al Awani, said: 'We are delighted to welcome ADNOC as the Presenting Sponsor of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026. This is a collaboration that reflects our shared commitment to empowering communities, promoting healthy lifestyles, and showcasing the UAE on the global sporting stage. With ADNOC's support, we will deliver a world-class event that celebrates inclusion, heritage, and excellence, while inspiring people of all ages and backgrounds to embrace the joy of sport.'His Excellency added that the partnership demonstrates the UAE's national vision across health, inclusion, and sustainable community development, in addition to reflecting the country's world-class infrastructure and deep cultural legacy, reinforcing its reputation as a premier host of major global Al Falahi, added: 'ADNOC is proud to support the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 as Presenting Sponsor, reinforcing our commitment to promoting healthier, more active lifestyles and stronger communities. In the UAE Year of Community, this important event will harness the power of sports to unite communities, enhance wellbeing, and inspire national pride. We look forward to welcoming competitors and their friends and families from around the world to what promises to be an unforgettable event in the UAE.'The Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 will take place in the UAE in February 2026 and are expected to welcome more than 25,000 participants from around the world. The games will feature 33 sports across multiple disciplines and age categories, including senior citizens, providing an inclusive and memorable experience for all. In a unique celebration of the UAE's heritage, the games will also feature traditional Emirati sports, including dhow sailing, falconry, and camel racing, in addition to 18 disciplines that will be open to People of Determination. The Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 aims to go beyond sport, serving as a platform to enhance physical and mental wellbeing, encourage participation, and strengthen intergenerational bonds. The games are expected to positively impact several key sectors such as sport, tourism, and the economy, leaving a long-term and sustainable legacy that extends far beyond the sports arena.
Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Supreme Organising Committee of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 reveals official event logo
2 June 2025 13:00 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)|The Supreme Organising Committee of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, has unveiled its official event Emirati heritage, the design draws inspiration from the UAE's diverse natural environment, including deserts, mountains, and coastal waters, to capture the spirit of both land and represents the UAE's identity and core values of tolerance and inclusion, while also promoting unity, collaboration, and community UAE's iconic landmarks, including Zayed National Museum, Zayed Sports City, and the Museum of the Future, are seamlessly integrated into the design through flowing forms that resemble sea waves and sand dunes. These elements reflect the values of resilience, ambition, shared purpose, and ongoing national Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan emphasised that hosting a global event of this magnitude reflects the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, who considers healthy lifestyles and longevity to be an essential aspect of life for all individuals, irrespective of age or Highness further noted that the games demonstrate the UAE's ongoing investment in the growth of its sports sector, positioning it as a vibrant platform for international engagement while affirming the nation's reputation for delivering world-class events that encourage broad participation and foster social Highness said the UAE welcomes all participants from around the world to the Open Masters Games, promising an unforgettable celebration of movement that reflects the UAE's values of tolerance, harmony, peace, and openness to all Highness further noted that the UAE offers an ideal setting for international events thanks to its strategic location in the region, modern infrastructure, and advanced sports facilities, which contribute to a high quality of life, expanded opportunities for community participation, and improved physical of the International Masters Games Association, Sergei Bubka, said, 'The Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 will serve as a meaningful international platform that brings together participants from around the world and fosters lasting human connections. With the UAE hosting the games, it further strengthens its position as a trusted venue for major global events and confirms the confidence placed in the country by the international sports community.'The Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 will be the largest and most diverse multi-sport event ever held in the Middle East. The event will take place across the UAE between February 6-15, 2026, and is expected to attract more than 25,000 participants across 33 different sports. These include four traditional Emirati disciplines that honour the cultural legacy of the nation, and 18 sports open to People of Games offer a wide variety of sports suited to all ages and abilities. These include precision events such as archery and shooting, team competitions like football, basketball, volleyball, netball and rugby, as well as individual disciplines including athletics, swimming, cycling, golf, tennis, table tennis, badminton, squash, and sports such as judo, karate, jiu-jitsu and Muay Thai will be featured, along with water events like sailing, kayaking and canoeing, and camel racing. Additional activities include bowling, cricket, orienteering, padel, traditional falconry, traditional horse racing, triathlon and duathlon, wrestling, traditional equestrian events, and obstacle course racing.
Gulf Today
26-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
UAE, Paraguay Presidents explore ways to strengthen bilateral ties
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Santiago Peña, President of the Republic of Paraguay, on Monday explored ways to enhance bilateral cooperation to support the two countries' shared vision for sustainable development and prosperity. In a meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi during President Peña's official visit to the UAE, the two leaders discussed opportunities for collaboration across a range of sectors, particularly development, the economy, trade, renewable energy, food security, and climate action. Both sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to advancing bilateral relations and seizing opportunities to expand cooperation in ways that serve the common interests of both nations. Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed emphasised the UAE's ongoing efforts to further diversify its economic and development partnerships while reinforcing constructive cooperation with Latin American nations – particularly Paraguay – in line with the UAE's approach of fostering collective progress for the benefit of all. The meeting also addressed the latest regional and international developments, with a particular focus on the situation in the Middle East. Both sides stressed the importance of intensifying efforts to promote peace and stability across the region and the world. President Peña thanked His Highness for the warm welcome and expressed his admiration for the country's significant development and the leadership's strategic vision that continues to drive the UAE's progress. The meeting was attended by Sheikh Theyab Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs; Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President; Ali Bin Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security; Reem Bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation; Abdullah Bin Sultan Bin Awad Al Nuaimi, Minister of Justice; Dr. Ahmed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the President's Office for Strategic Affairs and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office; Faisal Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Bannai, Advisor to the UAE President for Strategic Research and Advanced Technology Affairs; Dr. Al Saghira Wabran Alahbabi, UAE Ambassador to Paraguay, along with a number of senior officials and the delegation accompanying the visiting President.
Al Etihad
26-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed receives President of the Republic of Paraguay at Wahat Al Karama
26 May 2025 17:37 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, has received Santiago Peña, President of the Republic of Paraguay, at Wahat Al Karama in Abu Dhabi as part of an official visit to the Highness held a meeting with His Excellency, during which they engaged in discussions on ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation across various sectors. The talks underscored the growing ties between the UAE and the Republic of meeting was attended by Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation; His Excellency Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure; Mohamed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development; Dr Al Saghira Wabran Alahbabi, UAE Ambassador to Paraguay, and Shadi Malak, CEO of Etihad the meeting, His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the President of the Republic of Paraguay witnessed a guard of honour, and laid flowers at the memorial in front of the martyrs' President of Paraguay was briefed on Wahat Al Karama, which symbolises the heroism and sacrifices of UAE Nationals in defending the country and protecting its gains and Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan praised the progress of relations between the UAE and the Republic of Paraguay in all fields, with the support and guidance of the two countries' leaderships to achieve the common interest of the two Highness reaffirmed that Wahat Al Karama embodies the gratitude and appreciation of the UAE leadership towards its heroes, who gave their precious lives for the sake of the homeland, symbolising the values of heroism, courage, and sacrifice that Emirati generations proudly the end of the tour, the President of the Republic of Paraguay penned a message in the Wahat Al Karama guestbook expressing his appreciation for the martyrs of the UAE. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
