Dubai: H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence of the UAE, today met with Dragan Krapovic, Minister of Defence of Montenegro, on the sidelines of the Dubai Airshow 2025. The meeting underscored the strong bilateral relations and mutual interests shared between the two nations.
According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan welcomed Dragan Krapovic and emphasized the UAE's leadership's commitment to strengthening ties with Montenegro and the broader Balkan region. He highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts to explore opportunities for exchanging expertise and best practices across economic, cultural, and defence sectors. The meeting also reiterated the UAE's commitment to supporting global peace and stability, emphasizing the role of dialogue and peaceful solutions in resolving conflicts and promoting regional and international development.
Dragan Krapovic expressed gratitude for the UAE's influential role on both regional and global stages. He praised the UAE's efforts in promoting peace, dialogue, and development projects that benefit global communities. Krapovic also acknowledged the UAE's capability in hosting major global events, which foster international cooperation and support the vision of a better future for humanity.
The discussion also highlighted the significant impact of the Dubai Airshow, recognized as one of the world's leading events in aviation, aerospace, and defence. Krapovic noted the event's role in shaping the future of these sectors by gathering leaders, innovators, and technology developers worldwide to showcase advanced systems and solutions.
The meeting further explored topics of mutual interest, including regional and international developments, ongoing efforts to enhance security and stability in the Middle East, and the pursuit of comprehensive, lasting peace in the region. The session was also attended by Mohamed bin Mubarak bin Fadhel Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Defence Affairs, and Major General Khalifa Rashid Al Hamli, Director of the Office of the Minister of Defence.