In the Gulf, the UAE is considered France's closest friend. Makron and the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi are also close friends.They both "dislike" not only the Muslim Brotherhood but also the Turkish president.
French President Emmanuel Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron met with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday and the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to fighting Islamic extremism together.
According to analysts, this shows how strong the partnership between the two countries is in terms of political Islam.
Fountain Blue Outskirts of Paris
The two leaders met for lunch yesterday at Fountain Blue, a historic castle on the outskirts of Paris.The UAE played a key role in the restoration of the fort.France has close military, political and cultural ties with the United Arab Emirates.That is why, after the Taliban came to power in Afghanistan, France was the first to bring its citizens to Abu Dhabi after expelling them.In other words, Abu Dhabi has played a hub role in this whole process.
French Presidency Statement
A statement from the French presidency following the meeting said: "Both sides have emphasized the need for both sides to work together in the fight against extremism and terrorism, as well as in security and defense.Are committed to strengthening. "
Women & Girls Rights in Afghanistan
Referring to Afghanistan, the two leaders stressed that "the rights of women and girls, as well as the rights of minorities, must be ensured after the Taliban come to power."
President McCormack has a private and close relationship with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, also known as MBZ.Like Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, MBZ is one of the most powerful figures in the Gulf.
According to analysts, both the French president and the MBZ are jointly opposed to political Islam.In the Middle East, for example, they oppose the activities of political parties, such as the Muslim Brotherhood, which use Islam.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoan
The two leaders have one more thing in common, and that is that their relationship with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoan is strained.
However, recent weeks have seen efforts to improve relations between Paris, Abu Dhabi and Ankara.
MBZ Tweeted about UAE and France
MBZ tweeted after yesterday's meeting that, We discussed our shared interest in deepening the strong and long-standing strategic relationship between the UAE and France.These two countries also have many common interests in countries like Libya and Lebanon.
"The two leaders are confident that they can meet today's and tomorrow's challenges together.Based on the breadth and depth of our partnership.A statement from the French presidency said".
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