Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed discuss strategic projects for UAE

The two leaders held high-level talks at Al Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces met Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, at Al Shati Palace. All photos by Hamad Al Kaabi / Ministry of Presidential Affairs

Mohammed Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, left, and Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon attend the meeting at Al Shati Palace.

The leaders discussed and approved strategic projects that will boost the UAE's economic growth.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed with Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, right, and Sheikh Saif bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, second right.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said on Twitter that he was optimistic about the future of the country and that new strategic projects would be soon announced, under the leadership of President Sheikh Khalifa.

The UAE economy is growing stronger, more competitive and able to adapt to global change, the leaders said.

Other sheikhs and senior officials attended the meeting.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, held talks with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, on Wednesday at Al Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi.

The two leaders reviewed the UAE's strategic plans and initiatives aimed at accelerating development and providing an environment for businesses and sustainable economic growth, state news agency Wam reported.

They discussed the latest edition of the National Agenda and projects to move the UAE towards a new phase of economic competitiveness, underpin its regional and international status in all areas and take the country to new frontiers regionally and internationally, Wam said.

The UAE leaders emphasised that the UAE is looking forward to delivering a brighter future where human capital lies at the heart of all economic and developmental plans over the coming decades.

Sheikh Mohammed said on Twitter that he was optimistic about the future of the country and that new strategic projects would be announced soon.

"Today I met with my brother Mohammed bin Rashid. We discussed upcoming strategic projects and the future direction of our government. Under the leadership of President Sheikh Khalifa, our economy is growing stronger, more competitive and able to adapt to global change," Sheikh Mohamed wrote on Twitter.