UAE President, Yemeni Prime Minister hold talks to boost bilateral cooperation
<p><strong>Abu Dhabi:</strong> UAE President <strong>His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan</strong> held talks on Friday with <strong>Salem Saleh bin Braik</strong>, Prime Minister of the Republic of Yemen, to discuss ways of deepening cooperation between the two countries and addressing shared priorities.</p><p>The meeting, held at <strong>Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi</strong>, reflected the UAE’s ongoing commitment to Yemen and the long-standing partnership between the two nations.</p><h3>Reviewing bilateral ties</h3><p>During the discussions, the two leaders reviewed the <strong>close and historic ties</strong> linking the UAE and Yemen, exploring opportunities to strengthen collaboration in political, economic, and humanitarian spheres. Sheikh Mohamed emphasized the UAE’s readiness to continue supporting all initiatives aimed at advancing Yemen’s <strong>security, stability, and development</strong>.</p><p>Prime Minister bin Braik conveyed the greetings of <strong>Dr Rashad Mohammed Al-Alimi</strong>, Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council of Yemen, who expressed appreciation for the UAE’s steadfast support for Yemen at critical junctures. Sheikh Mohamed, in turn, asked the Yemeni leader to relay his best wishes to Dr Al-Alimi, reaffirming his hopes for peace, prosperity, and stability in Yemen.</p><h3>UAE’s enduring support for Yemen</h3><p>Sheikh Mohamed highlighted the UAE’s <strong>consistent humanitarian and developmental assistance</strong> to the Yemeni people, underscoring that the nation will continue to stand by Yemen in its efforts to restore security and rebuild its institutions.</p><p>He also wished Prime Minister bin Braik success in his duties, describing the role of the Yemeni government as vital in meeting the aspirations of the Yemeni people for a better future.</p><p>For his part, Prime Minister bin Braik expressed deep appreciation to Sheikh Mohamed for the UAE’s unwavering support. He noted that the UAE has played a <strong>critical role in humanitarian relief, infrastructure development, and economic recovery efforts</strong> across Yemen, particularly in times of crisis.</p><h3>Shared vision for regional stability</h3><p>The two leaders also discussed a number of <strong>regional and international issues of mutual concern</strong>, particularly those affecting peace and stability in the Gulf and wider Middle East. Both sides emphasized the importance of strengthening dialogue, cooperation, and constructive engagement in addressing challenges facing the region.</p><p>The talks underscored the UAE’s broader diplomatic approach of fostering partnerships to achieve sustainable stability, while Yemen reiterated its keenness to continue working closely with the UAE and other Gulf partners to achieve its national goals.</p><h3>High-level attendance</h3><p>The meeting was attended by senior UAE officials, reflecting the significance of the discussions. Among those present were:</p><p><strong>Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan</strong>, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court</p><p><strong>Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan</strong>, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs</p><p><strong>Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan</strong>, Adviser to the UAE President</p><p><strong>Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi</strong>, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security</p><p><strong>Dr Ahmed Mubarak Al Mazrouei</strong>, Chairman of the President’s Office for Strategic Affairs and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office</p><p>The presence of these senior officials highlighted the UAE’s strategic interest in strengthening relations with Yemen and supporting its political and developmental trajectory.</p><h3>Long-standing partnership</h3><p>The UAE and Yemen share a <strong>deep historical relationship</strong>, built on ties of culture, geography, and shared interests. The UAE has been at the forefront of regional and international efforts to assist Yemen, providing humanitarian aid, reconstruction support, and diplomatic backing in international forums.</p><p>According to UAE officials, billions of dirhams have been directed to <strong>healthcare, education, infrastructure, and food security projects</strong> in Yemen over the past decade. This reflects the UAE’s belief that Yemen’s stability is closely linked to the broader stability of the Arabian Peninsula and Gulf region.</p><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>The meeting between Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Prime Minister Salem Saleh bin Braik reaffirmed the <strong>mutual commitment of the UAE and Yemen</strong> to advancing cooperation at all levels.</p><p>With the UAE pledging to continue its support and Yemen seeking to deepen bilateral engagement, the talks marked another step in reinforcing a partnership focused on stability, development, and shared prosperity for both nations.</p>