Guatemala City, Guatemala: Ahmed Hatem Al Menhali, UAE Ambassador to Mexico and non-resident Ambassador to Guatemala, witnessed the inauguration of Bernardo Arévalo as the new President of Guatemala on January 18th. The ceremony, held in Guatemala City, marked the beginning of a new chapter in the relationship between the two nations, with both sides expressing strong desires to deepen bilateral cooperation.
Ambassador Al Menhali conveyed warm greetings and best wishes for success from the UAE leadership, including President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and Vice President and Chairman of the Presidential Court Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan. President Arévalo reciprocated these sentiments, extending his own wishes for continued prosperity for the UAE.
The inauguration marked a significant opportunity to discuss the future of UAE-Guatemala relations. President Arévalo reaffirmed his country’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties across various sectors, emphasizing a desire to further develop the existing bond between the two nations.
The discussions between Ambassador Al Menhali and President Arévalo focused on identifying potential areas for collaboration and exploring ways to bolster existing partnerships. Both sides expressed their intention to work together towards achieving the shared goals of progress and prosperity for their respective countries and citizens.