His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), engaged in official talks at Qasr Al Watan (Palace of the Nation) in Abu Dhabi on Monday.
At the beginning of the session, His Majesty the Sultan delivered a speech stating:
"Dear brother, Your Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, esteemed guests: We are pleased to be here in Abu Dhabi. We extend our gratitude to Your Highness, the UAE government, and the people of the UAE for the warm reception and hospitality.
We are highly satisfied with the positive, strategic partnership that has led to a new era of cooperation since Your Highness's visit to Oman, and the subsequent joint investment projects and close collaboration between our two countries in various sectors. Our government officials have been instructed to continue this productive collaboration with their Emirati counterparts, focusing on key areas of cooperation.
We appreciate the commitment of officials from both countries to realizing our shared vision through the initiation of joint investment projects in strategic sectors such as renewable energy, the launch of the railway project connecting Oman to the UAE railway network, the electrical interconnection project, and other initiatives.
I would like to express our full support for the strong partnership between Oman and the UAE. We anticipate a future of enhanced cooperation and progress in political, security, social, cultural, and scientific domains. We are confident that this partnership will boost the economies of both nations and fulfill the aspirations of our peoples."
This visit symbolizes a significant moment to commemorate the positive relations between our two nations, paving the way for a new era of advancement and prosperity. The shared vision of both countries for the future highlights the potential for further growth and collaboration in the upcoming phase.
Your Highness, the strong historical ties and mutual respect between Oman and the UAE reflect the deep-rooted solidarity between our two brotherly nations. The values of good neighborliness and mutual respect are among the many blessings bestowed upon us by the Almighty. It is crucial for all relevant authorities and individuals in both countries to uphold these values in order to achieve our common goals. May we seek guidance and support from the Almighty in our endeavors.
My esteemed brother, Your Highness Sheikh Mohammed, we express our heartfelt gratitude for your gracious invitation and warm reception. We look forward to strengthening our bonds through continued visits and constructive dialogues that aim to enhance cooperation between our countries. Our sincere wishes extend to the people of the Emirates for their continued prosperity and well-being.
During his address, the President of the UAE emphasized the significance of our ongoing meetings and expressed hope that this visit will play a pivotal role in advancing the relations between our two nations.
Your Majesty, Sultan Haitham: The historical ties between the UAE and the Sultanate of Oman are deeply rooted in a shared social and cultural heritage, characterized by strong familial connections and a spirit of cooperation and integration.
The Almighty Allah's mercy be upon Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan and His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, who established a solid foundation for building strong fraternal relations filled with love and wisdom. I am certain that this social solidarity will lay the groundwork for enduring and exemplary relations that will benefit both countries and fulfill the aspirations of their people for progress and prosperity.
Economic ties serve as a vital channel for collaborative efforts. Thanks to Allah, these relations have seen consistent growth in recent years, resulting in economic and strategic partnerships across various sectors. We eagerly anticipate exploring additional economic opportunities and enhancing them for the benefit of both nations.
Your Majesty, Sultan Haitham: The joint GCC system remains and will continue to be, by the will of God, a robust defense against regional and global challenges. The UAE upholds the value of collective action and solidarity to safeguard the interests of GCC states, bolster the bloc's regional and global influence, meet the people's desire for advancement and prosperity, and promote peace and stability in the region and beyond.
The meeting highlighted the longstanding and brotherly relations between Oman and the UAE, emphasizing the historical bonds that unite the two countries.
In their discussions, the two leaders explored areas of current cooperation and ways to enhance them across various fields to benefit their people and fulfill their aspirations.
Following the talks, His Majesty the Sultan signed the Senior Visitors Book at Qasr Al Watan (Palace of the Nation).
The Omani delegation included HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik Al Said, HH Sayyid Bilarab bin Haitham Al Said, Sayyid Khalid bin Hilal Al Busaidi, Gen. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Nuamani, Sayyid Hamoud bin Faisal Al Busaidi, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Dr. Hamad bin Said Al Aufi, Abdussalam bin Mohammed Al Murshidi, Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, and Sayyid Dr. Ahmed bin Hilal Al Busaidi.
On the other hand, the UAE delegation was represented by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Soror bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan.
