Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, on Monday met Saudi Arabia's Deputy Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, state news agency Wam reported.
The talks in Abu Dhabi between the two focused on the strong ties between the UAE and the Kingdom and particularly on joint efforts in defence.
Prince Khalid conveyed the greetings of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman, and Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence to the President, Sheikh Khalifa, and Sheikh Mohamed. They also wished the UAE further progress and prosperity.
Sheikh Mohamed reciprocated the good wishes and hoped for the Kingdom's further growth and development.
The meeting was also attended by Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region, and several sheikhs and officials.
Saudi's Founding Day celebrations — in pictures
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People gather during the first Founding Day celebrations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. All photos by Reuters -
A Saudi woman poses as as she commemorates Founding Day in Riyadh. -
Live music and dancers entertained crowds in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam. -
King Salman announced last month that February 22 would be an annual holiday to mark the founding of Saudi Arabia. -
Founding Day commemorates when Imam Mohammed bin Saud established the first Saudi state in the Hijri year 1139, or February of 1727AD. -
Crowds were captivated by more than 3,500 performers enacting 'The Beginning's March' at Wadi Namar in Riyadh on Tuesday. -
Families turned out in their numbers to celebrate the historical and cultural depth of the kingdom. -
The recital of an epic poem at Wadi Namar was one of the main attractions. -
The celebrations also featured theatrical performances involving purebred Arabian horses. -
People shared live videos and pictures of celebrations on social media platforms. -
Festivities are set to take place over three days and will include a spectacular fireworks display on Wednesday.
