UAE VP affirms deep-rooted relations with Kuwait

DUBAI, Feb 2 (KUNA) -- UAE Vice President and Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum affirmed that UAE-Kuwait relations are deeply rooted in history and represent a unique model of fraternity. Kuwaiti nationals have been partners in the UAE's success stories from the very beginning, contributing their knowledge, expertise, and steadfast support to laying the foundations of comprehensive development, Emirates News Agency (WAM) quoted him as saying on Monday.
Sheikh Mohammad made the comments during his meeting with a number of Kuwaiti businessmen on the sidelines of the UAE-Kuwait Economic Forum in Dubai.
The forum is part of the "UAE and Kuwait: Brothers Forever" week, which celebrates the deep-rooted ties between the two nations. "Our celebration of the 'UAE and Kuwait: Brothers Forever' week is a message of gratitude and loyalty, reflecting the depth of the bond between our two peoples and our appreciation for Kuwait's remarkable support and contributions to the UAE's development," Sheikh Mohammad said.
"These events are not merely a celebration, but a manifestation of a solid partnership based on mutual trust, shared destiny, and a common history that we hold with pride and honour," he pointed out.
The meeting highlighted the historical ties and cooperation between the UAE and Kuwait, with particular focus on the early role played by Kuwaiti businessmen in the UAE's economic landscape, both before and after the founding of the Union.
Furthermore, he also praised the contributions of Kuwaiti businessmen who chose the UAE as the home for their businesses and investments, emphasising that the success of these partnerships reflects the UAE's open economic environment and embodies a practical model of Gulf integration based on trust and sustainable cooperation.
"We will continue to strengthen our historical ties so that the UAE and Kuwait continue forward hand in hand, brothers forever. To Kuwait and its people, we say: you are always in our hearts, and our partnership remains enduring and renewed across generations," he added.
The Kuwaiti businessmen expressed their pleasure at meeting Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and affirmed their appreciation of the strong relations between the UAE and Kuwait. They noted that 'UAE & Kuwait: Brothers Forever' week embodies the enduring historical bonds between the two peoples and reinforces opportunities for cooperation and integration across various fields. The meeting were attended by Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. (end) skhm.ahs