Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed meets President of Switzerland and Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis, at Locarno, at the southern foot of the Swiss Alps. All photos: Wam
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed meets President of Switzerland and Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis, at Locarno, at the southern foot of the Swiss Alps. All photos: Wam
Also present were Minister of State for International Co-operation Reem Al Hashimy, Dr Hessa Al Otaiba, UAE ambassador to Switzerland, and Omran Sharaf, director of Emirates Mars Mission.
Also present were Minister of State for International Co-operation Reem Al Hashimy, Dr Hessa Al Otaiba, UAE ambassador to Switzerland, and Omran Sharaf, director of Emirates Mars Mission.
The delegation visited the headquarters of the Schindler Group, one of the world's leading manufacturers of elevators, escalators and moving walkways.
The delegation visited the headquarters of the Schindler Group, one of the world's leading manufacturers of elevators, escalators and moving walkways.
During the visit, Sheikh Abdullah delivered a written message to the Swiss president inviting him to visit the UAE.
During the visit, Sheikh Abdullah delivered a written message to the Swiss president inviting him to visit the UAE.
Sheikh Abdullah praised the progress that Switzerland has made in encouraging young people to work in the manufacturing sector.
Sheikh Abdullah praised the progress that Switzerland has made in encouraging young people to work in the manufacturing sector.
Sheikh Abdullah was briefed on Schindler Group's specialised training programme that qualifies students to work at the company after graduation.
Sheikh Abdullah was briefed on Schindler Group's specialised training programme that qualifies students to work at the company after graduation.
Sheikh Abdullah said manufacturing is an essential pillar in driving economic progress and sustainable development.
Sheikh Abdullah said manufacturing is an essential pillar in driving economic progress and sustainable development.
Sheikh Abdullah poses for a photograph with trainees on the Schindler graduate scheme.
Sheikh Abdullah poses for a photograph with trainees on the Schindler graduate scheme.
Sheikh Abdullah and Mr Cassis sign shirts.
Sheikh Abdullah and Mr Cassis sign shirts.
Sheikh Abdullah also visited the botanical garden on the Brissago Islands, in Lake Maggiore, near Locarno.
Sheikh Abdullah also visited the botanical garden on the Brissago Islands, in Lake Maggiore, near Locarno.
Sheikh Abdullah and Mr Cassis in discussion at Locarno.
Sheikh Abdullah and Mr Cassis in discussion at Locarno.
Sheikh Abdullah relayed greetings and good wishes from President Sheikh Mohamed to Mr Cassis.
Sheikh Abdullah relayed greetings and good wishes from President Sheikh Mohamed to Mr Cassis.

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Swiss president invited to visit UAE by Sheikh Mohamed

Written invitation was delivered during official visit by Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed

Sarah Forster
Sarah Forster

August 12, 2022

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President Sheikh Mohamed has invited Ignazio Cassis, President of the Swiss Confederation and Minister of Foreign Affairs, to visit the UAE.

The Swiss official received the invitation when Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation, visited the European country to strengthen ties between the two nations.

The written message was delivered during a reception the president held in Locarno.

Sheikh Abdullah relayed the greetings and good wishes sent by Sheikh Mohamed to the Swiss official, state news agency Wam reported on Friday. Mr Cassis reciprocated the message.

During the meeting, the friendship between the UAE and Switzerland was discussed, as were co-operation between the two countries across a variety of sectors including the economy, trade and investment.

The officials also exchanged views on regional and international developments.

After the meeting, the Swiss president accompanied Sheikh Abdullah on a visit to the botanical gardens on the Brissago Islands, one of Switzerland's most popular tourist destinations. They then attended a reception ceremony that was part of the Locarno Film Festival.

They also visited the headquarters of the Schindler Group, one of the world's leading manufacturers of elevators, escalators and moving walks, founded in 1872.

During the visit, Sheikh Abdullah was briefed on the group's various companies, their production lines and the advanced technology they use, as well as the group's specialised training programme that qualifies students to work at the company after graduation.

Sheikh Abdullah praised the progress that Switzerland has made to empower young people to work in this sector, which serves as an essential pillar for driving economic progress and sustainable development.

Other UAE officials making the visit to Switzerland were Reem Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Co-operation; Dr Hessa Al Otaiba, Ambassador to the Swiss Confederation; and Omran Sharaf, director of Emirates Mars Mission.

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