Abu Dhabi, UAE – Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, received US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is visiting the UAE as part of a regional tour of the Middle East.
The two sides discussed ways to strengthen strategic relations between their countries and developments in regional and international affairs.
Strengthening the UAE-US partnership
During the meeting, both sides emphasized the importance of continuing to develop strategic cooperation
and joint work between the UAE and the United States across various fields.
This cooperation serves the mutual interests of both countries and strengthens their partnership,
which is based on ongoing collaboration and coordination.
They also reviewed a number of bilateral issues of common interest.
Furthermore, they discussed ways to expand cooperation to achieve development and stability goals.
Discussion of developments in the Middle East
The meeting addressed the latest developments in the Middle East,
as well as efforts to contain tensions and promote de-escalation in the region.
Both sides emphasized the importance of intensifying joint efforts to support political and diplomatic solutions to regional crises.
They also stressed that this contributes to strengthening security and stability at both the regional and international levels.
Supporting peace and sustainable stability
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and the US Secretary of State emphasized the importance of establishing the foundations
for lasting peace and addressing the challenges facing the region through dialogue and international cooperation.
They also stressed the need to continue coordination among international partners to support regional security and maintain stability.
This coordination will positively impact the people of the region
and enhance opportunities for development and prosperity in the coming period.
The meeting comes within the framework of ongoing consultations
between the UAE and the United States on regional and international issues.
Furthermore, the meeting underscores the strength of the strategic relationship
between the two countries across various political, economic, and security fields.
