President Sheikh Mohamed meets Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan to discuss regional conflict

Meeting focuses on addressing escalating violence and ensuring long-term security in the Middle East

President Sheikh Mohamed with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan at Al Shati Palace. Photo: UAE Presidential Court

President Sheikh Mohamed met Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and discussed a range of topics including the “need to intensify efforts to prevent the expansion of regional conflict”.

During the discussion at Al Shati Palace, they addressed the escalating violence in the Middle East and how it “threatens security and stability, and pursue a clear path to peace that ensures stability and security for all”, state news agency Wam reported on Wednesday.

They also discussed the latest developments in Syria and how both countries were taking a firm stance to ensure Syria's stability, sovereignty and territorial integrity, which included their joint commitment towards the country's security, stability and development.

Sheikh Mohamed and Mr Fidan also explored ways to enhance strategic relations between the nations. The meeting was also attended by Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs, Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary General of the Supreme National Security Council and Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State.