UAE pledges USD 100 mn in aid for Sudan: Foreign Affairs State Minister Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan affirmed UAE’s support for humanitarian efforts in Sudan by pledging USD 100 mn for relief in Sudan and neighboring countries during his participation in the International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan, held in France, according to a ministry statement. The minister also reiterated the government’s support for international endeavors aimed at implementing an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
The UAE and Costa Rica have inked their economic partnership agreement at a virtual ceremony, paving the way for more trade flows and investments between the two countries, Wam reported.
Foreign Affairs Minister Abdullah bin Zayed discussed over the phone ways to boost bilateral ties with Bosnian counterpart Elmedin Konaković, state news agency Wam reported. The two sides discussed their cooperation in economy, trade, and development, with bin Zayed noting the UAE’s keenness to invest in Bosnia.
UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a letter from president of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, to discuss boosting bilateral ties, while Energy and Infrastructure Minister Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, sat down with his Azerbaijani counterpart, Parviz Shahbazov, to discuss avenues for cooperation, especially across energy and renewables.