Ministers Dacic and Bin Zayed signed the Agreement on Mutual Visa Exemption between Serbia and UAE

Ivica Dacic with Sheikh Abdullah bin ZayedFirst Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia Ivica Dacic has met today, on the fringes of the 73rd UNGA, with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed.

In the cordial talks, the two sides asserted mutual friendship between the two countries and peoples.

The Head of Serbian diplomacy thanked his counterpart for the continued support of the Emirates to Serbia’s efforts in implementing the complex economic reforms.

The two Ministers signed the Agreement on Mutual Exemption from Visa Requirements between the two countries.

The UAE Foreign Minister underlined that the inter-state economic activities were on the ascending line and that new investments were forthcoming.

Minister Dacic pointed to the significance of continued communication between the state leaderships with a view to the further promotion of bilateral cooperation and consolidation of their friendly ties.

The two Ministers agreed to commence work on a Strategic Partnership Agreement and to hold regular meetings between representatives of the two countries.


Further steps in the promotion of cooperation between Serbia and Uganda

Ivica Dacic with Henry OkelloFirst Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia Ivica Dacic has met today, in the framework of the 73rd UNGA, with the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Uganda Henry Okello.

The substantive talks resulted in concrete agreements on further steps to promote the overall bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interest.

The Ugandan Minister underlined the significant role of the SFRY and Belgrade in assisting the people of Uganda in the years following their gaining of independence and great friendship between Tito and leaders of Uganda.

Minister Okello underscored firm positions of Uganda concerning the non-recognition of the unilateral acts such as the self-proclaimed independence of Kosovo.

He also expressed satisfaction at increasingly better economic cooperation between our two countries.

The two collocutors concluded that it was necessary to continue with the exchange of visits on all levels which would give an additional impetus to the development of inter-state cooperation.


Important to enhance Serbia-Qatar economic collaboration

Ivica Dacic and Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-ThaniFirst Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia Ivica Dacic met today Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, on the sidelines of the 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly.

In a substantive and friendly conversation, the two Ministers exchanged views on the current developments at the international stage. The collocutors devoted special attention to the political and security situation in the Western Balkans and the Gulf regions.

Minister Dacic underlined the importance of developing bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interest and of intensifying the exchange of bilateral visits. He particularly pointed to the importance of enhancing economic cooperation.

Minister Al-Thani suggested that Serbian and Qatari companies establish direct communication through a Joint Committee.

The interlocutors agreed on the necessity of outlining a roadmap for the future development of the two countries’ bilateral cooperation.


Minister Dacic in talks with Colombian Foreign Minister

Ivica Dacic with Carlos Holmes Trujillo GarcíaFirst Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia Ivica Dacic met with Colombian Foreign Minister Carlos Holmes Trujillo García, during the 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly.

In the talks, both sides conveyed readiness to intensify their political dialogue and develop bilateral relations in many areas, particularly in the economy and education.

Both Ministers underlined the necessity to establish regular dialogue and communicate directly to identify cooperation areas where common interests existed.

The meeting between Minister Dacic and the Colombian Foreign Minister was also an opportunity to exchange views on international and regional issues.

The Colombian Minister informed about the internal situation in his country and showed interest in the progress of Belgrade-Pristina dialogue.