Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed presents the Order of Zayed to ...

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  • Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed presents the Order of Zayed to Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed, left, and Isaias Afwerki during a reception at the Presidential Palace. All photos Crown Prince Court - Abu Dhabi
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed presents the Order of Zayed to Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed, left, and Isaias Afwerki during a reception at the Presidential Palace. All photos Crown Prince Court - Abu Dhabi
  • The African leaders hold a meeting with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi.
    The African leaders hold a meeting with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi.
  • The former rivals re-established diplomatic relations earlier in July.
    The former rivals re-established diplomatic relations earlier in July.
  • The UAE Honour Guard stands to attention during the reception.
    The UAE Honour Guard stands to attention during the reception.
  • Eritrea and Ethiopia had previously signed a declaration of peace and friendship
    Eritrea and Ethiopia had previously signed a declaration of peace and friendship
  • The thaw was welcomed across the world from the United Nations to the UAE.
    The thaw was welcomed across the world from the United Nations to the UAE.
  • Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed presents the Order of Zayed to Eritrea's Isaias Afwerki.
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed presents the Order of Zayed to Eritrea's Isaias Afwerki.
  • Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed presents a Zayed Medal to Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed.
    Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed presents a Zayed Medal to Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed.
  • Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation, said the move represents great political wisdom
    Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation, said the move represents great political wisdom
  • Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed presents the Order of Zayed to the African leaders.
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed presents the Order of Zayed to the African leaders.
  • Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed bids farewell to Abiy Ahmed , centre, and Isaias Afwerki.
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed bids farewell to Abiy Ahmed , centre, and Isaias Afwerki.