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UAE, Syria foreign ministers engage for first time since Assad’s ouster: UAE’s Foreign Minister Abdullah Bin Zayed spoke with his Syrian counterpart, Asaad Hassan al-Shibani, in a phone call, reaffirming the UAE’s support for Syria’s unity, sovereignty, and efforts for a “comprehensive and inclusive” transition, state news agency Wam reports. The two officials also discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties between the countries.
This marks the UAE’s first engagement with Syria’s new leadership as regional diplomatic efforts toward Damascus gain momentum following the ouster of longtime dictator Bashar Al Assad earlier this month.
Estonia and UAE signed strategic partnerships to develop digital solutions for the healthcare sector and exchange expertise, according to a press release. The collaboration aims to enhance healthcare quality and efficiency in UAE by integrating advanced technologies like e-prescriptions and blockchain to address future challenges and improve patient data security.
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- President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa’ Al Sudani discussed boosting bilateral relations and cooperation, along with other regional and international issues of interest, over a phone call. (Wam)
- UAE and Croatia discuss economic cooperation: Foreign Trade Minister Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi discussed means of boosting trade and economic cooperation with Croatian Economy and Sustainable Development Minister Ante Šušnjar during his visit to Zagreb, with a focus on fostering private-sector partnerships across priority sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, renewables, infrastructure, transportation, and tourism. (Wam)
