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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Canada signed a defense cooperation agreement. The agreement was signed by UAE Minister of State for Defense Affairs Mohammed bin Mubarak bin Fadel Al Mazrouei and Canadian Minister of National Defence David McGuinty, with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan witnessing the signing.

During the visit, UAE Minister of State for Defense Affairs Al Mazrouei met with his Canadian counterpart McGuinty at the headquarters of Canada's Department of National Defence in Ottawa. The meeting addressed ways to strengthen defense cooperation between the two countries and enhance bilateral coordination.

The agreement is intended to deepen the defense partnership between the UAE and Canada, advance cooperation in line with mutual interests, and facilitate the exchange of expertise. It was also noted that the agreement reflects the two countries' commitment to developing their longstanding bilateral relations in support of security and stability.