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Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum underlined the integral role of the UAE in boosting international cooperation and strengthening ties between the region and the world. This role is based on its policy of openness and its keenness to build bridges with other nations.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed’s remarks came while attending the 2nd Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation taking place in the Chinese capital Beijing. Held under the theme "Shaping a Brighter Shared Future," the Forum is seeing the participation of 40 heads of states and governments in addition to delegations from 150 countries, apart from international institutions like the United Nations and the International Monetary Fund.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed highlighted the importance of the historic and strategic trade relations between China and the UAE, which have been strengthened by constantly expanding social and cultural ties. He also praised the goals of the initiative to enhance cooperation between partner countries in three continents and breathe life into the historic Silk Road.