President Sheikh Mohamed holds talks with Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok

President Sheikh Mohamed on Friday visited the Hungarian Parliament in Budapest as part of his official visit to the country.

He was welcomed on arrival by Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok before attending an official reception ceremony at Kossuth Lajos Square, in front of the parliament building.

The UAE leader's motorcade was escorted by a procession of horse riders, before national anthems of both countries were performed.

Sheikh Mohamed inspected the guard of honour and was greeted by senior Hungarian ministers and officials.

Sheikh Mohamed and Mr Sulyok then held talks at the Hungarian Parliament aimed at bolstering ties between the countries, with a focus on the economy, renewable energy, trade, investment, and culture.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening UAE-Hungary relations and exploring new opportunities for collaboration across a variety of sectors.

Sheikh Mohamed wrote an entry in the VIP guestbook at the parliament, in which he expressed his pleasure at visiting Hungary and noted the significant progress made in furthering relations.

The UAE leader and the Hungarian President also exchanged symbolic gifts reflecting the culture and rich heritage of their respective nations.

Following the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed departed Budapest, concluding his official visit to Hungary.

Sheikh Mohamed had on Thursday met Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Budapest on the first day of his trip.

The two leaders discussed regional and global issues, including the need to support international efforts aimed at strengthening stability and peace around the world. They emphasised the importance of resolving crises and conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy, state news agency Wam reported.

Sheikh Mohamed stressed the UAE’s commitment to enhancing co-operation with Hungary to help advance development goals and promote further progress and prosperity for both countries.

Sheikh Mohamed in Hungary – in pictures

He also repeated the UAE’s consistent approach of “building bridges of co-operation with countries around the world and continuing to foster productive partnerships based on collaboration and mutual interests”, Wam said.

Sheikh Mohamed and Mr Orban also witnessed the signing of agreements in areas including data centres and artificial intelligence projects, renewable energy, food and agriculture, family and youth policy, government development, energy storage systems and defence.

Mr Orban later hosted a state dinner in honour of the President and the Emirati delegation, which was attended by Hungarian ministers and senior officials.

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President Sheikh Mohamed holds talks with Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok

UAE leader visits Hungarian Parliament before concluding overseas trip

Sheikh Mohamed in Hungary – in pictures

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