VIDEO: Syria a fundamental pillar of Arab security, says Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has received President of Syria, Bashar al-Assad, at Qasr Al-Shati' Palace.

Sheikh Mohamed welcomed the visit of the Syrian President, which comes within the framework of the two countries' keenness to continue consultation and coordination on various issues of interest.

Sheikh Mohamed expressed his wishes that this visit will pave the way for goodness, peace and stability to prevail in Syria and the entire region. His Highness was briefed by President Bashar al-Assad on the latest developments in Syria.

The two sides reviewed the fraternal relations between the two nations, and the prospects of fostering cooperation and joint coordination to achieve their common interests and contribute to the consolidation of security, stability and peace in the Arab region and the Middle East.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed a number of issues of interest, and emphasised on preserving the territorial integrity of Syria and the withdrawal of foreign forces from the country, in addition to providing political and humanitarian support for Syria and its people to reach a peaceful solution to all the besetting challenges.

Sheikh Mohamed stressed that Syria is a fundamental pillar of Arab security, and that the UAE is keen to strengthen cooperation with it to achieve the aspirations of the brotherly Syrian people towards stability and development.

They reviewed the two countries' position on all regional and international issues and developments of common interest.

The Syrian President left the country, and was seen off at Al Bateen Airport by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed.

President Bashar Al-Assad arrived in the country on Friday, where he was received at the Dubai International Airport by His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

WAM