Abdullah bin Zayed Discusses Iranian Missile Attacks on the UAE and Regional Countries with the Austrian Chancellor
During a working visit to Vienna, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Christian Kern, Chancellor of the Republic of Austria. The meeting addressed ways to enhance cooperation between the UAE and Austria, along with the security dimensions related to the Iranian missile attacks on the UAE and neighboring countries. This fruitful dialogue highlights the importance of the historical relations and trust that bind the two countries in facing regional challenges.
Enhancing Bilateral Relations
During the meeting, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan conveyed the greetings of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, wishing the Republic of Austria and its people further progress and prosperity. In return, Christian Kern expressed his appreciation and extended his greetings to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, conveying his wishes for further prosperity for the UAE.
Apart from diplomatic greetings, the bilateral relations between the two countries were discussed, as Sheikh Abdullah and Christian Kern reviewed ways to enhance the comprehensive strategic partnership. The two sides discussed opportunities to expand cooperation in vital areas such as economy and trade, renewable energy, and industry.
Responses to Missile Attacks
In the context of the meeting, the Iranian missile attacks targeting the UAE and neighboring countries were discussed. His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan expressed his deep gratitude to Austria for its full solidarity with the UAE in facing these challenges during this dialogue.
He also affirmed that UAE-Austrian relations are based on a long history of fruitful cooperation, trust, and mutual respect. He emphasized the importance of the comprehensive strategic partnership as a framework that enhances cooperation and looks forward to new horizons for sustainable development for both countries.
Meetings with Austrian Leaders
Additionally, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Beate Meinl-Reisinger, the Federal Minister for European and International Affairs of the Republic of Austria. This meeting focused on the strong relations between the UAE and Austria, emphasizing how to strengthen joint cooperation in various fields.
The two sides agreed on the importance of enhancing international efforts to achieve regional security and stability, and to work together to support the aspirations of the region’s peoples towards development and prosperity through effective partnerships.
Attending the meeting were His Excellency Saeed Mubarak Al Hajeri, Minister of State, and Abdullah Belala, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability, reflecting the significance of this international dialogue in shaping future policies that serve the interests of both countries.