ABU DHABI — Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who is also the deputy supreme commander of the United Arab Emirates' armed forces, received on Monday President of Maldives Ibrahim Mohamed Saleh, who is currently visiting the country, at the Beach Palace here.

During the meeting, the two sides reviewed bilateral relations and ways to further develop them across various fields, especially economic, trade, and investment, in addition to issues of common interest regionally and internationally.

The two leaders discussed ways and measures to deal with the coronavirus pandemic in their countries and the world.

President Saleh expressed his thanks to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed for the medical assistance provided by the UAE to his country to face the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic.

For his part, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan wished the Maldives and its friendly people continued progress and prosperity. — WAM