Iranian Vice President, UAE President Hold Talks in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI (Dispatches) -- Iranian Vice President and head of Department of Environment Shina Ansari met UAE President Sheikh Muhammad bin Zayed Al Nahyan here where they discussed joint cooperation in combating environmental challenges in the region.
They referred to the historical ties and neighborly relations between the two countries, expressing their satisfaction with the growing bilateral relations and emphasizing the importance of enhancing cooperation, including in environmental areas.
Ansari announced Iran’s readiness to develop cooperation, particularly in the areas of dust storms and combating desertification, adding that addressing such challenges requires developing cooperation and joint programs.
Sheikh Zayed, for his part, welcomed the proposals and reaffirmed the UAE’s readiness in this regard, describing joint cooperation in environmental fields as a necessity to protect the interests and benefits of the children and future generations of the two countries.