UAE to welcome Philippine President Marcos on November 26 for 1-day state visit

emirates7 - Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to undertake a one-day working visit to the United Arab Emirates on November 26.

During the visit, President Marcos will hold discussions with UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi later that day, as confirmed by an official statement from the Philippines' Presidential Communications Office.

The meetings are anticipated to result in agreements that will strengthen ties between the two nations, fostering collaborative initiatives rooted in shared values and mutual interests.

Although brief, the visit aims to generate significant goodwill and opportunities, further bolstering the relationship between the Philippines and the UAE, the statement noted.

President Marcos will also express the Philippine government’s gratitude to UAE leaders for providing an environment that has allowed Filipino talent to thrive, underscoring the nation's culture of kindness, respect, and tolerance.

The statement acknowledged the hopes of Filipinos in the UAE for a chance to engage with the President, explaining that his decision to return promptly to Manila stems from his commitment to personally oversee relief and reconstruction efforts in areas recently affected by six consecutive typhoons.

The accompanying delegation has been kept to an absolute minimum to streamline the visit.