Abu Dhabi:The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and China recently conducted the third round of consular consultations in Abu Dhabi, focusing on the positive impact of the mutual visa exemption in promoting tourism, business, and educational exchanges between the two nations.
According to Emirates News Agency, the consultations were led by Sheikha Hissa bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Assistant Undersecretary for Consular Affairs for the UAE, and Long Zhou, Director-General of the Department of Consular Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China. The discussions allowed both countries to exchange consular expertise, address matters concerning their nationals, and set priorities for future cooperation.
Sheikha Hissa conveyed greetings from H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, expressing hopes for successful outcomes from the consultations in enhancing bilateral consular cooperation. She emphasized the enduring relationship between the UAE and China, which has developed over four decades under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The state visits by both leaders in recent years were highlighted as significant milestones in their comprehensive strategic partnership.
Sheikha Hissa concluded by reaffirming the UAE's dedication to building on the consultation's results through reciprocal visits, expertise exchanges, and improved coordination among relevant authorities and diplomatic missions. The aim is to translate discussions into concrete progress, ensuring efficient, responsive consular services for both nations' citizens.
The UAE delegation included representatives from the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security; the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation; the UAE Embassy in China; and relevant consular departments at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
