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The UAE looks forward to strengthening bilateral ties with Israel as Netanyahu and his right-wing bloc appear set to form the next Israeli government after securing a majority in elections.
In September 2020, the UAE and Israel signed a US-sponsored agreement to normalize relations between the two countries. (Reuters)
United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has invited former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who won a majority in recent parliamentary elections, to visit Abu Dhabi to strengthen Bilateral relations.
Netanyahu tweeted on Thursday: “I have now spoken to my friend Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, President of the United Arab Emirates, and we have agreed that after we reach a historic peace deal together further promote the relationship.”
“Sheikh bin Zayed invited me to visit his country so that we can advance our relationship together. I thank him for his talk and for the good relationship we have,” he added.
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated Netanyahu “on his victory in the recent parliamentary elections, underscoring the UAE’s keenness to strengthen positive partnerships in the region,” according to the state-run Emirates News Agency.
Netanyahu and his right-wing bloc secured an absolute majority in the 120-seat parliament, enabling him to form the upcoming government.
In September 2020, the UAE and Israel signed a US-sponsored agreement to normalize relations between the two countries.
Since then, the two countries have signed dozens of bilateral agreements in various fields such as investment, banking services, and tourism.
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Source: AA
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