Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Delivers Official Invitation to UAE President to Attend The Arab Summit in Baghdad

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Fuad Hussein delivered an official invitation from The President of The Republic Dr. Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates during their meeting at AL Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, April 19, 2025. The invitation concerning about attending the Arab Summit scheduled to be held in Baghdad on May 17. His Highness confirmed his participation in the summit, which is an important event for enhancing the Arab solidarity and joint action.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed expressed his appreciation for the historic and pivotal role played by Iraq, emphasizing that “The Iraqi people are dear to the hearts of Emiratis, and our relationship with Iraq is solid and historical.” He also emphasized the significance of enhancing the bilateral cooperation in different fields to serve the interests of both countries and their brotherly peoples.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed confirmed the depth of UAE-Iraq relations, He wished to Iraq further stability, development, and prosperity.

For his part, Mr. Fuad Hussein conveyed the greetings of the President of The Republic and Prime Minister Mohammed Shia AL-Sudani to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, praising the strong fraternal relations between the two countries and stressing the Iraq’s keenness to strengthen and develop the relationships in various fields.

The meeting also discussed the regional and international developments of mutual interest with the Minister, stressing the significance of adopting the diplomatic solutions to ease the tensions and build the foundations for stability in the region.

The meeting was attended by Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Zayed AL Nahyan, The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed AL Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region; Sheikh Theyab bin Mohammed bin Zayed AL Nahyan, Deputy Chief of the Presidential Court for Development Affairs and Martyrs’ Families; Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Zayed AL Nahyan, Deputy Chief of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon AL Nahyan, Advisor to the President of the State; Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed AL Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology; Khalifa Shaheen AL Marar, Minister of State; and a number of sheikhs, ministers, officials, and members of the Iraqi delegation.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Fuad Hussein, was given a warm welcome and farewell, reflecting the depth of fraternal relations.