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Sharjah 24
3 days ago
- Politics
- Sharjah 24
FNC, State Duma of Russian Federation discuss cooperation
The meeting explored ways to strengthen cooperation and partnership across various sectors, reflecting the growing strategic and friendly relations between the UAE and the Russian Federation, supported by the leadership and governments of both countries. Both sides emphasised the importance of further advancing and deepening these ties. At the start of the meeting, Saqr Ghobash welcomed Babakov and his accompanying delegation, reaffirming the depth of UAE-Russia relations and the shared commitment to expanding them. The two parties underscored the strength of the friendship between the UAE and Russia and highlighted the importance of developing parliamentary cooperation between the FNC and the State Duma. They emphasised the value of collaboration on issues of mutual interest in regional and international parliamentary forums, serving the interests of both nations and their peoples. The meeting was also attended by several FNC members. Ghobash noted that such meetings and reciprocal visits represent a continuation of active parliamentary cooperation. He referred to his recent official visit to the Russian Federation, where he led an FNC delegation to the Nevsky International Ecological Congress. That visit demonstrated the UAE's commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation in environmental and economic fields and marked a key step in expanding both parliamentary and environmental collaboration, reinforcing the strategic partnership between the two countries. He also affirmed the FNC's keenness to continue coordination with the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation to promote joint parliamentary action and to strengthen bilateral representation in international forums in support of peace, development, and global understanding. For his part, Babakov affirmed the depth of the strategic relations between the Russian Federation and the UAE. He praised the UAE's remarkable progress in areas such as sustainable development, innovation, artificial intelligence, space exploration, and the empowerment of women and youth. He also commended the UAE's role as a reliable partner in promoting regional and international security and stability, as well as its initiatives in mediation, humanitarian aid, and economic diplomacy.
Gulf Business
18-02-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
UAE hosts strategic dialogue with Russia to boost financial cooperation
Image: Supplied The UAE, represented by the The forum, aimed at strengthening cooperation across various financial and economic sectors, provided a platform to discuss best practices in budget preparation, public-private partnerships, and tax cooperation. The UAE delegation was led by Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, alongside senior officials from the Ministry of Finance. From Russia, the delegation was headed by Anton Siluanov, Minister of Finance, and included several senior officials. Sharing knowledge between UAE and Russia In his opening remarks, Al Hussaini welcomed the Russian delegation, emphasising the UAE's ongoing efforts to enhance financial and investment cooperation through the exchange of expertise and the development of joint financial policies. 'The UAE-Russian partnership serves as a model for sustainable economic cooperation. We are committed to strengthening mutual investments and financial collaboration, ensuring the continuous development of modern budgeting mechanisms, stimulating public-private partnerships, and fostering tax cooperation,' said Al Hussaini. He highlighted that the UAE is strengthening its position as a global financial hub by forging strategic partnerships with major economies, enhancing the resilience of the national economy and creating avenues for future growth. Anton Siluanov, Minister of Finance of Russia, also addressed the forum, underlining the significance of the dialogue in expanding bilateral relations and cooperation between the two nations. 'Holding the first Strategic Financial Dialogue between Russia and the UAE reflects the strength of relations between our two countries and our shared commitment to broadening cooperation. Our perspectives align on key financial development matters, including the enhancement and digitalisation of budgeting mechanisms, as well as the exchange of best practices in public-private partnerships,' stated Siluanov. Key deal signed between UAE-Russia to prevent double taxation The forum also saw the signing of a key agreement to prevent double taxation, which aims to strengthen bilateral trade, attract investment, and promote a transparent and competitive tax environment between the two countries. The agreement, signed by Al Hussaini and Siluanov, is expected to boost trade, increase investment flows, and create a more favourable business climate for both nations. Al Hussaini also emphasised that the signing of the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement with Russia further underscores the UAE's commitment to fostering an investment-friendly environment. In addition to the signing ceremony, the forum included four key panel discussions that explored critical areas of financial cooperation. Topics included budget preparation, the integration of modern technologies in financial planning, public-private partnerships, and international tax policies. The discussions also addressed developments in global taxation, trends in regulatory frameworks, and the importance of strengthening cooperation within multilateral financial frameworks. Read:
Emirates 24/7
17-02-2025
- Politics
- Emirates 24/7
UAE President receives Russian First Deputy Prime Minister
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received His Excellency Denis Manturov, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation. His Excellency Manturov conveyed to His Highness the greetings of Russian President His Excellency Vladimir Putin, along with his best wishes for the UAE's continued progress. In turn, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed extended his greetings to His Excellency President Putin, expressing his hopes for further development and prosperity for Russia and its people. During their meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and His Excellency Manturov discussed growing UAE-Russia ties and ways to advance shared interests, benefiting both nations and their peoples. The discussions took place within the framework of the strategic partnership between the two countries. The meeting also covered a number of issues of mutual interest, with both sides exchanging views on various topics. The meeting was attended by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security; Mohamed Mubarak Fadhel Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Defence; Dr. Mohammed Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Ambassador to the Russian Federation, and a number of officials. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Boston Globe
17-02-2025
- Business
- Boston Globe
Ukraine's President Zelensky travels to United Arab Emirates as momentum grows for war peace talks
Advertisement Zelensky has traveled to the UAE since Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022, but this trip is Zelensky's first to the UAE since the war began. 'Our top priority is bringing even more of our people home from captivity,' Zelensky's office said in messages online. 'We will also focus on investments and economic partnership, as well as a large-scale humanitarian program.' The United Arab Emirates' state-run WAM news agency did not immediately report on Zelensky's arrival, which was unusual. It wasn't immediately clear what his agenda would be while he was in the country, though Abu Dhabi is hosting its biennial International Defense Exhibition and Conference arms show this week, where both Ukraine and Russia have displayed arms — even as Moscow faces Western sanctions over the war. Russian money continues to flood into Dubai's red-hot real estate market. Daily flights between the Emirates and Moscow provide a lifeline for both those fleeing conscription and the Russian elite. The US Treasury under former President Biden also expressed concerns about the amount of Russian cash flowing into the Arabian Peninsula country. Zelensky's visit comes as Denis Manturov, Russia's first deputy prime minister, visited earlier Sunday with UAE leader Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the country's president and ruler of Abu Dhabi. A readout from WAM described the talks as focusing on 'growing UAE-Russia ties and ways to advance shared interests, benefiting both nations and their peoples.' Advertisement
TAG 91.1
16-02-2025
- Politics
- TAG 91.1
UAE President welcomes Russia's First Deputy PM
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Denis Manturov, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. Manturov conveyed to His Highness the greetings of Russian President Vladimir Putin, along with his best wishes for the UAE's continued progress. In turn, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed extended his greetings to His Excellency President Putin, expressing his hopes for further development and prosperity for Russia and its people. During their meeting at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, the two discussed growing UAE-Russia ties and ways to advance shared interests, benefiting both nations and their peoples. The discussions took place within the framework of the strategic partnership between the two countries. The meeting also covered a number of issues of mutual interest, with both sides exchanging views on various topics. The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs, Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security, Dr. Ahmed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the President's Office for Strategic Affairs and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, and Dr. Mohammed Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Ambassador to the Russian Federation, and a number of officials.
