His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, engaged in a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to explore the strategic relations between the two nations. During this call, Sheikh Abdullah congratulated Rubio on his recent appointment and expressed his wishes for Rubio’s success in his new role.

According to ARN News, Sheikh Abdullah highlighted his commitment to collaborating with Rubio to enhance the friendship and strategic partnership between the United Arab Emirates and the United States. He highlighted the importance of this relationship in contributing to regional and international peace and security. Furthermore, he noted the evolving nature of the UAE-US strategic relationship, which is founded on a long history of constructive cooperation aimed at advancing the shared interests of both countries and promoting mutual development and prosperity.

The two leaders also discussed various regional and global developments, including efforts to combat extremism and hatred. They underscored the importance of promoting tolerance and coexistence, as well as supporting global peace, stability, and development. This dialogue reflects the ongoing commitment of both nations to work together on issues of mutual concern.