Strasbourg: Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), will lead the Council's delegation on an official visit to the European Parliament in Strasbourg, French Republic, from May 19 to 22. The visit aims to strengthen the strategic partnership and parliamentary cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and the European Union member states, focusing on dialogue and coordination on issues of mutual interest.
According to Emirates News Agency, this visit is a continuation of the growing parliamentary relations between the Federal National Council and the European Parliament. It reflects both parties' commitment to enhancing communication channels and institutional cooperation that benefit shared interests.
The visit holds particular significance due to the increasing momentum in UAE-European relations across various levels. This follows the official visit by Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, to the United Arab Emirates. During her visit, a special session took place at the Federal National Council headquarters in Abu Dhabi, marking an unprecedented parliamentary event. This event underscores the UAE's role as a trusted strategic partner of the European Union and its importance in supporting international dialogue and cooperation, as well as in promoting security, stability, and sustainable development both regionally and internationally.