UAE Crown Prince Leads Delegation to Gulf-US Summit in Riyadh

Abu Dhabi, The Gulf Observer: On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, led the United Arab Emirates delegation to the Gulf-US Summit held today in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The summit, attended by leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and United States President Donald Trump, provided a strategic platform to deepen long-standing ties and enhance cooperation between the GCC and the United States. Discussions focused on reinforcing political, economic, and security coordination to advance regional stability and prosperity.

In his remarks, H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan expressed his sincere gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, for hosting the summit. He described the meeting as a vital opportunity to further consolidate the historic bonds between the GCC and the US.

H.H. Sheikh Khaled reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to the strategic partnership with the United States, stating that the alliance plays a crucial role in addressing shared challenges and achieving the aspirations of the region’s peoples. He voiced confidence that the summit would contribute to the continued strengthening of this relationship across key sectors.

Addressing regional and global challenges, H.H. Sheikh Khaled emphasized the importance of joint action and constructive dialogue to foster peace, stability, and sustainable development. He acknowledged the United States’ pivotal role in promoting security in the region and welcomed initiatives aimed at peaceful resolution of conflicts.

H.H. Sheikh Khaled praised President Trump’s administration for its successful mediation of a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan. He underscored dialogue as the sole viable path toward lasting peace and mutual prosperity in South Asia.

Highlighting recent rounds of diplomatic engagement between the US and Iran, H.H. Sheikh Khaled conveyed the UAE’s support for efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions and promoting regional stability. He also reiterated the UAE’s endorsement of diplomatic solutions to ongoing conflicts, referencing the landmark Abraham Accords signed in 2020, which were facilitated by the US and marked a turning point in regional cooperation.

On the humanitarian situation in Gaza, H.H. Sheikh Khaled called for coordinated efforts to secure a lasting ceasefire, ensure the unhindered delivery of aid, and work toward a just and comprehensive resolution. He reaffirmed the UAE’s unwavering support for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state along the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

H.H. Sheikh Khaled also highlighted the transformative cooperation between the GCC and the US in fields such as artificial intelligence, advanced technology, peaceful nuclear energy, and space exploration. He noted that these emerging sectors present significant opportunities for mutual growth and innovation.

He further stressed that economic and trade integration among GCC countries has created shared prospects, particularly in energy, technology, and regional security. He praised the growing synergy in these areas as a cornerstone for a stable and prosperous future.

In conclusion, H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan reiterated the UAE’s firm commitment to peace, dialogue, and collaborative development. He emphasized that diplomacy and strategic partnerships would continue to guide the UAE’s contributions to building a stable and prosperous region in close cooperation with its GCC partners and the United States.