ABU DHABI – Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, arrived on Wednesday in the UAE on an official visit.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, greeted El-Sisi and his delegation in Abu Dhabi Airport.

An official reception was held for El-Sisi on his arrival at the Qasr Al Watan, where Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed escorted him to the podium, and the national anthems of the two countries were played, while 21 rounds of artillery were fired to welcome his visit.

President El-Sisi shook hands with Sheikh Mohamed, the Sheikhs and various officials, who welcomed his visit to the UAE.

They both discussed ways to strengthen the longstanding ties between the two nations. The talks also covered issues related to regional stability and the wellbeing of our people.

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince said: “I was pleased to welcome Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi as a dear guest to the UAE today.”– WAM