Minister of Energy & Infrastructure Participates in Tatarstan Petrochemical Forum on Behalf of UAE President
Fahad Shabbir (@FahadShabbir) | August 28, 2026 | UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM
KAZAN, August 27, 2026 (WAM): On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, participated in the International Oil, Gas, and Chemical Exhibition ‘Kazan Oil, Gas & Chemistry’, which opened yesterday in the Russian Republic of Tatarstan and runs until tomorrow. The event brings together senior officials, decision-makers, experts, and leaders from the energy, oil, and petrochemical industries.
This forum and exhibition are among Russia’s leading international events specializing in oil, gas, and petrochemicals, offering a platform for major companies, institutions, experts, and specialists to discuss recent developments and opportunities in energy and chemical sectors while promoting cooperation, partnerships, and investment in related fields.
Visit to Tatarstan:
During his visit to the Republic of Tatarstan, Al Mazrouei met with Rustam Minnikhanov, the Rais (Head) of the Republic. The meeting explored bilateral cooperation and ways to further strengthen and develop it across areas of mutual interest, particularly energy, infrastructure, investment, and oil and petrochemical industries.
Al Mazrouei conveyed greetings from President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai; and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court. He also wished for further progress and prosperity for the Republic of Tatarstan and its people.
Minnikhanov, in turn, asked Al Mazrouei to convey his greetings to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and expressed his wishes for continued progress and prosperity for the UAE and its people.
Both sides emphasized the importance of continuing to develop economic and investment cooperation and exploring new partnership opportunities in priority sectors to serve mutual interests and further strengthen relations between the UAE and the Republic of Tatarstan.
Participation in Events:
Al Mazrouei also participated in several events and meetings that addressed:
- Prospects for economic and investment cooperation
- Developments in economic and social relations between Russia and Islamic states
- Ways to expand partnerships in sectors of mutual interest.
He reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to further strengthening its relations and partnerships with the Russian Federation and broadening cooperation across various sectors, particularly energy and infrastructure.
