The UAE Russia visit officially began as President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan touched down in Moscow on Wednesday. His arrival marked a new chapter in deepening diplomatic and strategic relations between the two countries.
As his aircraft entered Russian airspace, military jets escorted the presidential plane in a show of honor and security coordination. Upon landing at Vnukovo Airport, Sheikh Mohamed received a formal reception. The national anthems of both countries played, and an honor guard greeted him on the tarmac.
Senior Russian officials lined up to welcome the UAE President, reinforcing the symbolic significance of the visit. Dressed in official uniforms, the welcoming party included military and governmental dignitaries.
Sheikh Mohamed did not travel alone. A high-profile Emirati delegation accompanied him, representing several key areas of national interest. The team includes:
- Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs
- Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Presidential Advisor
- Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security
- Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology
- Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade
- Mohamed Hassan Al Suwaidi, Minister of Investment
- Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State
- Faisal Abdulaziz Al Bannai, Adviser on Strategic Research and Advanced Technology
- Dr. Ahmed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Head of the President’s Strategic Affairs Office
- Dr. Mohammed Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Ambassador to Russia
This UAE Russia visit reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral ties in areas such as trade, energy, investment, and advanced technology. As discussions unfold during this official trip, both nations are expected to explore further cooperation and strategic alignment.
