The United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Spain reaffirmed the strength of their bilateral relations and their commitment to further enhancing the strategic partnership between the two countries during a meeting between H.E. José Manuel Albares, Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of Spain, and H.E. Lana Nusseibeh, Minister of State of the United Arab Emirates.
The two sides agreed to develop a structured framework for cooperation in priority areas and to strengthen joint coordination in strategic sectors. They also welcomed the progress achieved in the negotiations for the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the European Union and the UAE and emphasized the importance of reaching a successful final agreement.
The ministers praised the positive meeting held in Madrid between experts on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing, highlighting its role in enhancing international cooperation and the exchange of expertise. The UAE also reaffirmed its commitment to the ongoing mutual evaluation process conducted by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
Furthermore, the two sides exchanged views on their humanitarian and diplomatic efforts concerning Sudan, Ukraine, and the Gaza Strip, and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting international peace and security in accordance with the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law. They also agreed to continue their close coordination in pursuit of stability, prosperity, and regional integration.
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