UAE, China vow deeper strategic partnership

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UAE, China vow deeper strategic partnership

Abu Dhabi - The UAE has also expressed its keenness to support China's 'Belt and Road Initiative'.

By Team KT

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Published: Sun 22 Jul 2018, 11:29 PM

The UAE and China have agreed to set up a "comprehensive strategic partnership" as President Xi Jinping wrapped up a three-day visit to the country.
"The UAE and China have agreed to enhance cooperation in all fields to higher levels and forge overall strategic partnerships," the official Wam news agency said.
It said this would "contribute to cementing and intensifying cooperation, boost joint development and prosperity, which is consistent with the common interest of both countries and their peoples".
The UAE has also expressed its keenness to support China's 'Belt and Road Initiative', which aims to build a global transport and trade link. According to Chinese President Xi Jinping, the initiative has the backing of over 100 countries and international organisations.
In a joint statement issued by the two countries, China welcomed the UAE as an "important cooperation partner" in the construction of the Belt and Road.
The two sides expressed keenness to further facilitate movement of citizens through a "comprehensive visa waiver agreement, strengthening humanitarian ties and supporting tourism and cultural movement".
Cooperation in the field of science and technology will see young Emirati scientists getting opportunities to conduct short-term scientific research in China.
China expressed support for the "constructive role" being played by the UAE in regional affairs, while the UAE hailed China's "positive role" in international issues. The UAE also supports the position of the Chinese government on the Taiwan issue.
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