Abu dhabi: Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Defence, Interior and Foreign Affairs Committee at the Federal National Council (FNC), met today with Edward Andrew Hobart, Ambassador of United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the UAE. The meeting focused on strengthening the UAE-UK bilateral and strategic relations, which have been steadily developing with the support of the leadership and governments of both nations.
According to Emirates News Agency, Dr. Al Nuaimi and Ambassador Hobart examined several issues of mutual interest, including recent regional and international political developments. They highlighted the necessity of enhanced coordination and cooperation to support international peace and security efforts.
Dr. Al Nuaimi reiterated the UAE's condemnation of Iranian attacks on its territory and other countries in the region. He emphasized the UAE's categorical rejection of practices that violate sovereignty and threaten security and stability.
Furthermore, Dr. Al Nuaimi stressed the significance of safeguarding security and freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. He called for increased international coordination to ensure maritime safety and adherence to international law, which he described as essential for enhancing regional and international peace and security.