UAE and UK hold talks, affirm commitment to boost ties

The UAE and UK have reaffirmed their commitment to promoting partnership and enhancing strategic dialogue.

That's according to the joint communique issued after the meeting of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson in London.

"The two (leaders) agreed to increase cooperation on trade and investment, research and development, and climate change," the statement read.

They have also agreed on strengthening both economies, including cooperation across priority areas such as life sciences, healthcare, future technologies, digital innovation, renewable energy, space, infrastructure, education, tourism, food security, and financial and professional services.

They highlighted the historical impact of the Abraham Accord signed between the UAE and the State of Israel, and the importance of finding peaceful solutions to the ongoing conflicts in the region.

During the meeting, the two sides also agreed on the significance of common values, including tolerance, peaceful coexistence and respect for all cultures and religions.