King of Sweden arrives in UAE for working visit

King Carl XVI Gustaf was welcomed by Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed

Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed, Abu Dhabi Executive Council Member, receives King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden in Abu Dhabi. Photo: Ministry of Presidential Affairs

King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden arrived in Abu Dhabi on Monday for the start of a multi-day working visit to the UAE.

The monarch was greeted at the Presidential Terminal in the capital by Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed, member of Abu Dhabi Executive Council.

A red carpet was laid out on the tarmac and a guard of honour formed to welcome the royal guest.

At the VIP Terminal Lounge, the two men discussed the excellent relations between the two nations, Wam reported.