President of the Republic of the Philippines, H.E. Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. received H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, at the Malacañang Palace in Manila.
The First Lady of the Philippines Louise Araneta-Marcos was also present.
During the meeting, Sheikh Abdullah conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the President of the Philippines and his wishes for progress and prosperity for the Philippines and its people.
In turn, President Marcos reciprocated his greetings and appreciation to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his wishes for continued prosperity and well-being to the UAE and its people, emphasising the depth of relations between the two countries.
The meeting, which was held today as part of Sheikh Abdullah's working visit to Manila, discussed bilateral relations and ways to boost cooperation between the UAE and the Republic of the Philippines in a way that serves their mutual interests and for the benefit of their peoples.
They also reviewed the progress of ties as the two countries celebrate this year the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations on 19th August 1974.
The two sides also tackled cooperation within the framework of international organisations.
Sheikh Abdullah drew attention to the UAE's aspiration to establish flourishing relations with the friendly Republic of the Philippines in a way that supports the development plans of the two countries.
His Highness pointed out that there is a joint desire and will from the two countries to develop cooperation paths towards broader horizons of growth and development, especially with their endeavours to reach a comprehensive economic partnership agreement that would enhance the momentum of cooperation, especially in the trade and investment fields.
The UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs expressed his deep appreciation for the role of the Filipino community residing in the UAE in supporting the country's development plans and programmes in various sectors.
The meeting was attended by H.E. Mohamed Obaid Alqataam Alzaabi, the UAE Ambassador to the Philippines, and H.E. Saeed Mubarak Al Hajri, Assistant Minister for Economic and Trade Affairs.
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