Saqr Nasser Al Raisi, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Italy, attended a reception held by President Sergio Mattarella of Italy celebrating the upcoming New Year.

During the event, Al Raisi conveyed to the Italian President the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

President Mattarella relayed his greetings to the UAE leadership and people, wishing them continued progress and prosperity.

The reception was attended by Italy's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Angelino Alfano, members of the Quirinal Palace, ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions accredited to Italy.