UAE, France discuss defence cooperation

Abu Dhabi, July 11 (IANS) The UAE and France have discussed ways to boost defence cooperation, it was announced here Wednesday.

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held the discussions with French Defence Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian during his recent visit to France.

Both leaders pledge to boost joint cooperation in the field of defence. Issues of common concern were also discussed.

--IANS/WAM

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