UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have engaged in discussions regarding the ongoing security developments in the region.
The two leaders focused on the implications of the military escalation for regional and international peace, security, and its broader impact on global navigation and the world economy.
The discussions took place during a meeting in Abu Dhabi as the UAE President received the Ukrainian President, who is on a working visit to the UAE.
His Highness welcomed His Excellency Zelenskyy and expressed his appreciation for the visit, noting that it underscores the strength of relations between the two countries.
The meeting also addressed the continued Iranian terrorist aggression targeting the Emirates and other countries in the region, including attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure.
His Excellency Zelenskyy reiterated his condemnation of this aggression, noting that it constitutes a violation of sovereignty, international law, and the UN Charter and undermines regional and international peace and security.
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan affirmed that the Emirates is addressing the situation with wisdom and restraint, reflecting its commitment to preventing further tensions and crises in the region.
UAE-Ukraine CEPA
The two sides also discussed opportunities to advance bilateral cooperation under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the UAE and Ukraine, reaffirming their shared commitment to achieving its objectives.
According to the reports, the agreement aligns with the forward-looking vision of the Emirates’ leadership, which underscores the importance of enhancing international cooperation in trade and investment as the best guarantee for establishing peace, stimulating growth, and promoting global prosperity.
