His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, has awarded the Ambassador of the French Republic, Nicolas Niemtchinow, the Zayed II Order of the First Class, marking the end of his tenure as his country’s ambassador to the UAE.
Recognition at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The medal was presented by Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State, during a meeting held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters.
During the meeting, she praised the strategic ties between the UAE and the French Republic, stressing the UAE’s keenness to continue strengthening cooperation and partnership between the two countries across all fields in a way that serves their mutual interests.
She also conveyed her wishes for his continued success in his work, commending his role in strengthening the close relations between the UAE and the French Republic.
Ambassador’s remarks
For his part, Nicolas Niemtchinow expressed his thanks, gratitude and appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, praising the level of progress witnessed in relations between the two countries. He also thanked all concerned entities for the cooperation he received, which had a positive impact on the success of his mission in the UAE.