## UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Receives Romanian Prime Minister Ion-Marcel Ciolacu
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed Romanian Prime Minister Ion-Marcel Ciolacu to the UAE on April 18, 2023. During their meeting at Qasr Al Shati, they discussed opportunities to strengthen bilateral ties in various sectors, including economy, trade, renewable energy, food security, and technology.
The leaders also exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual interest, particularly the need to reduce escalation in the Middle East and work towards a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan emphasized the UAE's commitment to developing relations with Romania and investing in opportunities to enhance cooperation, especially in developmental areas.
Economy and Trade: Both countries expressed their desire to further strengthen economic and trade relations, promoting mutual investments.
Recognizing the importance of these areas, the leaders discussed potential collaborations in renewable energy and food security.
Recognizing the transformative potential of technology, they explored opportunities for collaboration in this field.
Reducing Escalation in the Middle East: Both countries emphasized the need to de-escalate tensions in the region and work towards peaceful resolutions.
They expressed their support for efforts to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and enhance the humanitarian response.
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan reiterated the UAE's commitment to developing strong relations with Romania and investing in opportunities to enhance cooperation, particularly in developmental areas. He highlighted the long-standing relationship between the two countries and its potential for further growth.
Artificial Intelligence and Digital Economy: This MoU aims to foster collaboration in the field of artificial intelligence and the digital economy.
This MoU seeks to enhance cooperation in the areas of telecommunications and digital government.
The meeting between UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Romanian Prime Minister Ion-Marcel Ciolacu underscored the commitment of both countries to strengthen their bilateral ties and collaborate on various fronts. The discussions covered a wide range of topics, from economic and trade cooperation to regional and international issues, demonstrating the shared interests and values of the two nations.