UAE's 'Union Day' celebrated in Ankara

The UAE's Ankara Ambassador Saeed Sani Al Dhaheri hosteda "Union Day" reception at the ATO Congresium. Openingthe reception, the UAE's Ankara Ambassador Saeed Sani Al Dhaheri stated that relations between Turkey and the UAEhave gained "remarkable momentum" in recent years.stating that cultural cooperation also strengthened this process. Al-Dhaheri, at the El-held in Ankarabeytü’l Emirati Stating that theEmirati House) eventdeepens the cultural tiesbetween thepeoples of thetwo countries, he noted, "Al-BaytThe UAE pavilion became an open cultural spacethat introduces Emirati culture, its unique heritage,andits spirit of hospitality.With liveevents and inspiring stories,the bond between the peoples of the two countrieswas strengthened.cultural ties even further strengthened," he said.

Ambassador Al Dhaheri stated that the UAE, on a regional and international level, is a country that supports stability, cooperation, and dialogue, and is increas ing its global roleemphasized that it continues to grow.

Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek, in his speech, noted that the UAE, in a shorttime, has presentedatransformation that is an "exemplary development storystory" becamestating that, hespoke asfollows:

"The United Arab Emirates, in a relatively shortperiod, has presented a developmentand success story that is exemplary to the world. This impressiverisethat it will continue to strengthen in the coming period. Wesincerely believein it. The United Arab Emirates is, for Turkey, both an important partner and a strategic friend."

Şimşek noted that thehigh-level contacts that have increased in the recent periodstating that the mechanisms and institutional frameworks have made bilateral relationsmore result-orientedand efficient,hepointed out the importance of the High-Level Strategic Council meetingheld in Julyunder the co-chairmanship of the leaders.

"GREAT IMPORTANCE"BELIEVE"

Evaluating the levelreached by economic cooperation between the two countries, Şimşek stated that the Joint Economic Commission (JEC) is one of the most comprehensive platforms between the two countries,noting that "through the JEC, we are strengthening our cooperation in many areas from trade to investments, tourism to agriculture, and energy to digitaltransformation."we have the opportunity to work in many areas up tothepossibilityof. We look forward to hosting the next meeting," he said.

Minister Şimşek pointed out that the two countries have "complementary structures" in the global economy,and noted that the UAE's economic didiversification andthe vision of turning toward high technology creates a natural synergy with Turkey's strong industrial infrastructure andregional supply chain capacity,hesaid.

"BUSUNIONDA YSW E ARE READY TOCOOPERATE"

Minister Şimşek emphasized that the two countries are ready to further develop their cooperation in areas such as renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, defense industry, artificial intelligence, clean technology, and financial technologies, stating, "Increasing mutual investments, joint R&D projects, andcollaborations to be established in third countries are among our priorities.cooperation, will further increase the global competitiveness of our countries," he said.

Şimşek noted that thanks to the close dialogue between the leaders of the two countries,it willcontribute to regional peaceand prosperity. important steps will be taken, and concluded hisremarks as follows:

"In a shorttime, the progress madethe distance we have covered shows that we can achievemuch more together.In line with our shared vision,I sincerely believethat we will take stepsthat will contribute to the prosperity of our regionand a wider geography.I celebrate yourUnion Day."

The reception was attended by Treasury and Finance MinisterMehmet Şimşek, Turkey-UAE Inter-ParliamentaryFriendship Group Chairman Mustafa Varank, foreign mission representatives, andmany guests.The event saw a high level of attendance.

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