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Mohammed bin Rashid, US Secretary of Navy discuss relations

Vice President, Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received here today at Zabeel Palace the US Secretary of Navy Ray Mabus and his accompanying delegation.

The meeting was attended by Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Dubai Deputy Ruler Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

Sheikh Mohammed and the US Secretary exchanged views on enhancing the bilateral relations, especially in the areas of defence and military fields. The two sides also discussed the Arab and regional political and security issues as well as ways to enhance the stability and peace for the best interest of peoples of the region and world.

Sheikh Mohammed stressed that the significance of education as tool for spreading culture of stability among the poor communities, especially in third world, adding that the education provides job opportunities to youth and keep them away from economic, social and psychological problems.

The US Secretary of Navy hailed the friendship ties between the two countries founded on mutual respect and common interests. He also highlighted the huge development the UAE has attained, thanks to its wise leadership.

Present at the meeting were the Cabinet Affairs Minister Mohammed Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of State Reem Ibrahim Al Hashemi, Director of Dubai Ruler’s Court Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shebani, Major General Mohammed Dhaen Al Qamzi, a number of officials in addition to the US Consul General in Dubai Justin Siberell.