Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, discussed with King of Morocco Mohammed VI the strong ties between the UAE and Morocco, as well as regional and international issues of mutual concern. Both sides discussed ways of developing and diversifying their political, economic, cultural and development cooperation to achieve the aspirations of their countries and peoples. The Crown Prince stressed that, under the leadership of President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE is keen to strengthen its relations with Morocco to reinforce joint Arab action in light of the challenges faced by the region. King Mohammed expressed his happiness at visiting UAE and highlighted the strong ties between the two countries while praising UAE’s efforts to promote joint Arab action under the leadership of Sheikh Khalifa. At the end of the meeting, both sides highlighted their keenness to strengthen their relations, and promote cooperation, coordination and joint action, to serve the interests of Arab communities and face the challenges and dangers threatening the region’s security and stability. They also stressed the need for continued coordination and consultation between the two countries on the latest regional developments. Sheikh Mohamed also received on Monday US State Departments Special Envoy retired Lt. Anthony Zinni. Sheikh Mohamed welcomed the US envoy and discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance them, as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest.