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President Sheikh Mohamed and Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara spoke by phone on Thursday. Photo: UAE Presidential Court / AFP

President Sheikh Mohamed and Syria's Al Shara discuss economic ties in call

Leaders review efforts to strengthen co-operation after conclusion of investment forum

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WFP cuts emergency food aid to Syria by 50% amid severe funding shortfall

UAE delegation meets Syria's President Al Shara as economic ties gather momentum

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