Abu Dhabi, Safar 18, 1439, Nov 7, 2017, SPA -- Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Emirates' Armed Forces received here today Saad Al Hariri, Lebanese resigned premier. During the meeting, the two sides discussed brotherly relations binding their two countries and means of promoting them, in addition to review current developments, in Lebanon and the region, as well, Emirates' official news agency WAM, reported. The Crown Prince also reaffirmed Emirates stand by Lebanon, against all of regional challenges it currently faces, impeding its development and threatening safety and security of its people. Sheikh bin Zayed, finally, wished Al Hariri all success in his endeavors to ensure that Lebanon overcoming current ordeal to achieve aspirations of the Lebanese people, to live in a dignified and secure manner. For his part, Al Hariri expressed pleasure at meeting with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and conveyed thanks and appreciation of the Emirates leadership for supporting Lebanon. -- SPA 18:59 LOCAL TIME 15:59 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w530922