Dubai, Dhu-AlQa'dah 16, 1436, Aug 31, 2015, SPA -- Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum acknowledged the strong and close bilateral relations between the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the UAE’s appreciation for Saudi role in establishing stability and security in the region. Sheikh Mohammed affirmed the importance of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s role under the wise leadership of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Sheikh Mohammed expressed his firm belief that Saudi Arabia will play a pivotal role in leading the region to peace and stability. The UAE Vice President's comments came during his visit to the headquarters of Asharq Al Awsat newspaper in London. --SPA 21:21 LOCAL TIME 18:21 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w