The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and China will expand cooperation within BRICS, according to the joint statement released after UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s state visit to China, Paralel.Az reports.

"The two sides confirmed their determination and willingness to strengthen cooperation within the framework of the BRICS Group in order to achieve the common goals and aspirations of the organization," the document posted by the WAM news agency reads.

On May 30, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. The two leaders discussed ways of expanding comprehensive strategic cooperation.