UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Italian President Sergio Mattarella Discuss Strengthening Strategic Partnership
Riyadh, February 24, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Italian President Sergio Mattarella at the Quirinal Palace in Rome to discuss strengthening bilateral relations as part of the UAE-Italy strategic partnership.
The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation across multiple sectors, with both leaders reaffirming their commitment to advancing mutual interests and promoting shared human values.
Deepening UAE-Italy Relations
President Mattarella welcomed Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and expressed confidence that the state visit would further boost cooperation between the two nations.
His Highness praised Italy’s rich history and civilizational legacy, highlighting the strong and evolving ties between the UAE and Italy. He noted that the visit underscores the UAE’s commitment to advancing bilateral relations and building on the achievements of recent years.
The leaders discussed opportunities for further collaboration, particularly in:
Cultural exchange and the promotion of shared human values
Economic cooperation and investment
Advancing joint development initiatives
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed expressed his gratitude for the warm reception and extended his best wishes to President Mattarella and the Italian people, emphasizing his hopes for Italy’s continued progress and prosperity.
High-Level Delegation Attends Bilateral Talks
The meeting was attended by members of the UAE delegation, including:
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs
Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President
Several ministers and senior officials from both countries
Upon arrival at the Quirinal Palace, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed was officially received by President Sergio Mattarella, after which both leaders greeted delegation members and posed for official photographs.
With the UAE and Italy committed to expanding cooperation in strategic sectors, the state visit serves as a milestone in deepening diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties, reinforcing the strength of their partnership on the global stage.