In attendance was Shaikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai.
Fabius said the UAE leader’s visit was highly appreciated by the French president and government. He stressed the depth of the historical relations between the UAE and France in various fields.
Shaikh Mohammed and the French minister discussed a number of issues of common concern, and ways to develop cooperation in the fields of economy, science, tourism and culture. They also addressed a number of international and Arab issues, especially the Syria strife.
Shaikh Mohammed presented the French minister with a copy of his book, My Vision.
Shaikh Mohammed is heading a high-profile delegation on a three-day visit to Paris during which he will meet French President Francois Hollande.
