Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Russian President Vladimir Putin assessed the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic during a phone call.
The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Mr Putin also discussed ways to further bolster ties between the UAE and Russia.
The leaders discussed several issues of common interest, particularly the ongoing fight against Covid-19.
"During a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, we discussed strengthening our strategic partnership and our countries' bilateral co-operation on several issues of common interest, especially the efforts to combat the Covid-19 pandemic and its repercussions," Sheikh Mohamed said in a tweet on Monday.
The Russian leader hailed the UAE as a very "close and promising partner" before embarking on a landmark tour of the Emirates last October.
It was his first visit to the UAE in 12 years.
Sheikh Mohamed previously met Mr Putin during visits to Russia in 2017 and 2018.
During Mr Putin's visit, UAE and Russian officials agreed on a host of deals across energy, nuclear power, aviation and the environment.
The two nations have worked closely together in the space sector in recent times.
UAE astronaut Hazza Al Mansouri flew to the International Space Station last September on board a Russian-made Soyuz rocket, etching his name in history as the first Emirati to travel to space.
Vladimir Putin visits the UAE:
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Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed bids farewell to Mr. Putin at the Presidential Airport. Rashed Al Mansoori / Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
A cubic artwork showcasing Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Mr. Putin is displayed at the Presidential Airport. Rashed Al Mansoori / Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed receives a gyrfalcon as a gift from Mr Putin. Mohamed Al Hammadi / Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Mr Putin exchange gifts during a state visit at Qasr Al Watan. Mohamed Al Hammadi / Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
Mr Putin signs the guest book. Mohamed Al Hammadi / Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Mr Putin stand for a photograph with musicians during a state visit reception at Qasr Al Watan. Hamad Al Kaabi / Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
UAE Astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi presents a gift commemorating the UAE Space mission to Mr Putin. Mohamed Al Hammadi / Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
Mr Putin and the Crown Prince meet Emirati astronauts Hazza Al Mansouri and Sultan Al Neyadi. Pawan Singh / The National -
Mohamed bin Zayed receives Russian President Vladimir Putin at Qasr Al Watan, commencing a state visit to the UAE. Courtesy: Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
Sheikh Mohamed and Mr Putin observe an honour guard at Qasr Al Watan. Courtesy: Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
Sheikh Mohamed welcomed Mr Putin at the airport and drove with him through the city to Qasr Al Watan. Pawan Singh / The National -
Al Fursan acrobatics squadron flies over Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi's presidential palace. Courtesy: Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
The seven jets marking the seven emirates soar over the Corniche. Courtesy: Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
Mr Putin's limousine arrives at Qasr Al Watan. Courtesy: Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
Mr Putin and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed are signing a series of dealt to benefit both nations on Tuesday. Courtesy: Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
Members of the honour guard mark inside the palace. Pawan Singh / The National -
Mr. Putin and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed attend the official welcome ceremony in Abu Dhabi. Reuters -
The Russian president and the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince inspect a guard of honour. Pawan Singh / The National -
The Russian President and the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince inspect a guard of honour. Pawan Singh / The National -
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Mr. Putin stand for a photograph during a state visit reception at Qasr Al Watan. Rashed Al Mansoori / Ministry of Presidential Affairs -
The honour guard stands to attention at the palace. Pawan Singh / The National -
Senior Emirati dignitaries await the arrival of Mr Putin. Pawan Singh / The National -
Sheikh Mohamed and Mr. Putin view a UAE-Russia investment exhibition presented by Mubadala at Qasr Al Watan. Seen with Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, left. Hamad Al Kaabi / Ministry of Presidential Affairs
