Zambia leader Hakainde Hichilema congratulated His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan for being elected President of the UAE.

Writing on Facebook, Hakainde said yesterday he spoke with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

He offered his condolences on the passing of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the second President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi.

He said the late President will be warmly remembered for being a visionary leader who dedicated his life to serving the Emirati people.

Hakainde said they also talked about enhancing bilateral cooperation for the mutual benefit of the two nations.