Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed welcomes Morocco's Israel agreement in talks with country's king

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces discussed key issues with Morocco's King Mohamed VI

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, welcomed Morocco's decision to form ties with Israel. Ministry of Presidential Affairs

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed hailed Morocco's move to establish diplomatic ties with Israel as a "positive step" towards peace in the region after holding talks with the North African nation's king.

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces also welcomed the United States' decision to recognise Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara.

Sheikh Mohamed and King Mohamed VI reviewed efforts to bolster partnerships between the UAE and Morocco and discussed various regional and international issues during a phone call.

"We welcome the United States recognition of Rabat’s sovereignty over the Moroccan Sahara, as well as the resumption of contacts and diplomatic relations between Morocco and Israel," said Sheikh Mohamed on Twitter.

"[It is] a positive step towards our common quest for stability, prosperity, and peace in the region."

The Moroccan monarch expressed his gratitude to Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince for supporting his country and spoke of his pride at the strong friendship which exists with the Emirates.

Israel and Morocco agreed to normalise relations on Thursday.

Morocco joins the UAE, Bahrain and Sudan in taking steps toward founding diplomatic relations with Israel in 2020.

Under the agreement, Morocco will forge full diplomatic relations and resume official contacts with Israel, grant access to its air space and open direct flights for all Israelis.