UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received His Excellency Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, who arrived in the UAE today on an official visit.

An official reception was held for the French President upon arrival at the airport, featuring the national anthems of the UAE and the French Republic and a ceremonial guard of honour.

The reception was also attended by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President; along with several ministers and officials.