UAE-Saudi bond is deep, close and strong

The visit of Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the UAE underscores the depth and breadth of the very close and special relationship that ties the two brotherly nations, a UAE newspaper has commented editorially.

"Whether it be through a common history, a shared geography, a combined outlook on the world, the UAE and Saudi Arabia together constitute a regional power at both political and economic levels, and the Saudi-Emirati Cooperation Council drives that natural synergy and energy forward," said Gulf News in an editorial on Thursday, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported.

The Saudi-Emirati Cooperation Council elevates ties between the two nations and heightens the close strategic partnership, complementing the outlook of each, consolidating both as major regional and global centers.

It builds on the close historical and political ties, laying the groundwork for future cooperation and to ensure that both nations maintain their strategically important place in the international community.

UAE shares its outlook of moderation, and together, along with other moderate Arabs, continue to confront terrorists who threaten our stability and security.

Together, we root out extremists, shut off their supplies of money, close down support and ensure that the message of moderation is heard above the noise of those who undermine stability.

UAE and Saudi Arabia are common moderate allies who counter the existential threat posed by the regime in Iran and its interference in Arab nations.

In the Arabian Gulf, the Saudi-UAE Strategic Partnership strengthens the Gulf Cooperation Council and enhances its ability to activate joint action.

The leaderships of both the UAE and Saudi Arabia firmly believe that the fate of our two nations and peoples share a common destiny, intertwined at every level, pursuing a strategic partnership from which there is no departure.

Politically, economically, militarily the partnership enhances the prosperity of the region and ensures our protection.

This very close and strategic partnership has greatly enhanced our prosperity and increased the opportunities for even more business.

"Non-oil business so far this year is worth AED107 billion, a staggering level that underscores the importance of trading with our closest neighbor.

With Crown Prince Mohammed’s Vision 2030 for transforming the Saudi economy, UAE businesses and corporations are ideally placed to share the opportunities that will energize the kingdom," Dubai-based daily concluded.