Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, crown prince of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has met visiting US Defence Secretary Leon Panetta and discussed bilateral ties.
Sheikh Mohammed, also the deputy supreme commander of the UAE Armed Forces, received Panetta Thursday at the Emirates Palace, a statement said.
Both officials praised the progressive ties of friendship between the two countries and their keen interest in furthering them in all fields.
They discussed issues of mutual interest, means to enhance cooperation and the latest regional and international developments.