Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed arrives in Malaysia - in pictures
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, begins his official visit to Malaysia. All photos: Wam
He arrived in Kuala Lumpur and was received by Prince Hassanal Ibrahim, Crown Prince of Pahang
Sheikh Khaled will use the official visit to discuss opportunities to strengthen ties between the two countries
The Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur were illuminated with the colours of the UAE and Malaysian flags to celebrate the visit. WAM
The visit aims to further strengthen relations between the UAE and Malaysia across key sectors, including trade and energy
The UAE has strong relations with the South-east Asian country that date back several decades
Malaysia attracts many Emirati tourists every year, an it is a popular educational destination for young Emiratis, especially management, accounting and law students
Sheikh Khaled is being accompanied by a delegation of officials
The delegation includes Suhail Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport; and Ahmed Jasem Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development