Egyptian president arrives in UAE

The Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak arrives in Abu Dhabi this afternoon for a two-day visit.

The Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak listens to proceedings before receiving The Jawaharlal Nehru Award for International Understanding at a ceremony in New Delhi on Nov 18 2008. Mr Mubarak is on a two-day visit to Abu Dhabi.
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The Egyptian president, Hosni Mubarak, arrived in the UAE today for a two-day visit. He was received at the airport by Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, and a high-ranking delegation. The two leaders held talks at Mushrif Palace in Abu Dhabi and discussed relations and regional issues, WAM reported. Mr Mubarak's wife, Suzanne Mubarak, was received by Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak. *WAM