A significant meeting transpired on July 19th between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ambassador to China, Hussain bin Ibrahim Al Hammadi, and the Chinese Minister of Science and Technology, Wang Zhigang. The meeting focused on the strengthening of bilateral cooperation between the two nations in the domains of science, technological development, and innovation.
Ambassador Al Hammadi had a favorable assessment of the effectiveness of cooperation between China and the Arab nations in the fields of science and technology. He expressed a profound willingness to collaborate with the Chinese side to augment and deepen the cooperation in the realm of scientific and technological innovation. His commitment is a testament to the UAE’s strategic focus on technological advancement and innovation, and the value it places on international cooperation to achieve these aims.
On his part, Minister Wang acknowledged the longstanding history of relations and technical cooperation between China and the UAE. He highlighted the dynamic nature of this relationship, which continues to strengthen and evolve with time. Minister Wang’s recognition of the robust bilateral ties signals China’s dedication to nurturing its relationship with the UAE, particularly in the realm of science and technology.
The meeting between Ambassador Al Hammadi and Minister Wang builds upon the foundations laid during Chinese President Xi Jinping’s historic visit to the UAE in 2018. This visit saw the announcement of a comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, marking a significant milestone in China-Arab relations. It signaled the mutual commitment to fostering a stronger bond and broadening the scope of cooperation.
Minister Wang emphasized the central role of scientific and technological progress as the key driver of human advancement. He pointed out that the China-Arab collaboration in science and technology is beneficial for both nations and their peoples. The willingness expressed by Wang to deepen China-Arab scientific and technological innovation cooperation underlines China’s strategic approach to global scientific collaboration, and its commitment to shared progress and prosperity.
The meeting was an important step towards forging a path of mutual growth in the realms of science, technology, and innovation. It served as a testament to the shared vision of China and the UAE, and their mutual commitment to enhancing bilateral ties. As the nations look forward, they continue to lay the groundwork for a future of enhanced cooperation and shared advancement in the dynamic fields of science and technology.
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