President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has accepted the credentials of newly-appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Arab Emirates Mohammed Hamel Al Qubaisi.

Ambassador Mohammed Hamel Al Qubaisi reviewed the guard of honor.

Mohammed Hamel Al Qubaisi handed his credentials to President Ilham Aliyev.

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev then had a conversation with the Ambassador.

Noting that Azerbaijan and the United Arab Emirates were close and friendly countries, the head state expressed satisfaction with the highest level of political cooperation between the two countries.

Touching upon the visits of different-level delegations from the United Arab Emirates to Azerbaijan, President Ilham Aliyev said there was great potential for the development of bilateral relations. The head of state stressed the importance of defining opportunities in the fields of economy, investment making, agriculture and tourism.

President Ilham Aliyev emphasized the importance of regional security issues, and highlighted the significance of fighting against the international terrorism.

Mohammed Hamel Al Qubaisi said everyone in the UAE considers Azerbaijan as a friendly country. Mohammed Hamel Al Qubaisi said he was pleased to be the Ambassador in the fraternal country, adding he would spare no efforts towards developing ties in all spheres.