Russia-UAE relations at unprecedented level, Putin says at start of Abu Dhabi talks
MOSCOW, Dec 6 (Reuters) - Relations between Russia and the United Arab Emirates are at an unprecedented high, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a meeting with United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday.
Russia and the UAE cooperate in OPEC+ and are involved in major oil and gas projects.
Putin said in televised comments that the situation in Ukraine and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict would be among the topics of discussion.
Putin is visiting the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia on a rare trip abroad. He will also hold talks with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss oil, OPEC+ and the conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine.
(Reporting by Reuters Writing by Maxim Rodionov)