Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, and Dmitry Kobylkin, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment of the Russian Federation also attended the meeting. Dr Al Zeyoudi conveyed the warm regards and good will of the UAE leadership to the government and people of Russia.

His Excellency highlighted the importance and depth of the friendly and cooperative relations between the two countries in various fields and the keenness of the UAE to further strengthen and advance synergies with Russia.

 For his part, the Russian President praised the UAE's prominent role and constructive efforts on all issues that concern the international community, especially those related to preserving the environment, ensuring the sustainability of the earth’s natural resources, and implementing climate action goals on a war footing.