CAIRO, March 22 (MENA) – President Abdel Fattah El Sisi received here on Saturday his UAE counterpart Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan who is currently on a fraternal visit to Egypt, paid as part of the strong ties binding the two Arab leaders, according to Presidential Spokesman Mohamed Al Shennawy.

In honor of Sheikh Mohammed, President Sisi held a Ramadan Iftar banquet, during which the two sides hailed the unique relationship between both countries, and discussed ways to promote bilateral cooperation at various levels to fulfill the aspirations of the Egyptian and UAE peoples.

Meanwhile, the UAE leader thanked President Sisi on his warm welcome and hospitality, asserting commitment to further strengthening the deep-rooted bonds between the two sisterly Arab nations. (MENA)

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