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UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed and European Council President Antonio Costa discussed strengthening economic ties between the UAE and EU. Both leaders emphasized the urgent need for a Gaza ceasefire to ensure humanitarian aid reaches civilians. They called for international efforts to achieve lasting peace through a two-state solution. The conversation also highlighted the importance of diplomacy in resolving regional conflicts.

Key Points: UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Discusses EU Ties and Gaza With Antonio Costa

  • UAE and EU discuss expanding economic partnership agreement
  • Focus on Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian aid
  • Call for two-state solution in Middle East
  • Stress diplomacy for regional stability
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UAE President, President of European Council discuss UAE-EU ties, regional developments

UAE President and European Council chief address EU-UAE economic partnership, Gaza ceasefire, and regional stability in key phone discussion.

"They emphasised the urgent need for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip to enable the delivery of sufficient humanitarian aid – WAM"

Abu Dhabi, June 28

UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call on Friday from Antonio Costa, President of the European Council.

The call explored various aspects of cooperation between the UAE and the European Union and its member states, as well as ways to broaden these ties to deliver mutual benefits and progress.

The two sides discussed ongoing negotiations towards a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the UAE and the European Union, highlighting its importance in advancing relations and supporting joint development goals.

UAE President and the President of the European Council reviewed a number of regional and international issues of mutual concern, with a particular focus on developments in the Middle East. They emphasised the urgent need for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip to enable the delivery of sufficient humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of civilians.

They also called for intensified international efforts to advance progress towards a just, lasting, and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution.

The two sides further underlined the vital importance of diplomacy and dialogue in resolving regional crises and safeguarding regional and global security and stability. (ANI/ WAM)

- ANI

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Priyanka N
While economic agreements are important, I hope they put equal focus on the Gaza crisis. The humanitarian situation is heartbreaking. India has always stood for peaceful resolutions - hope UAE and EU can make real progress where others have failed.
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Aryan P
UAE is becoming a major global player! Their foreign policy is so strategic - building economic ties while mediating conflicts. India should learn from their approach. The CEPA could be game-changing for trade routes affecting Indian exports too.
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Sarah B
The two-state solution discussion is crucial but I'm skeptical. We've heard these statements before with little action. Maybe UAE's growing influence can make a difference this time? The economic partnership seems more concrete and achievable tbh.
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Vikram M
As an NRI in UAE, I'm proud to see my host country taking such initiatives. The Indian diaspora here benefits from strong UAE-EU ties too. Hope Modi government is watching and strengthening our own EU partnerships simultaneously.
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Kriti O
While the diplomatic talks are good, I wish they'd announce concrete steps for Gaza aid. So many innocent lives at stake. India has always provided humanitarian assistance - maybe our government can collaborate with UAE on relief efforts?

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