United Arab Emirates Embassy in Washington, DC Statement on Letters of Agreement for UAE Defense Package

January 21, 2021

January 21, 2021 – On Tuesday, the United Arab Emirates finalized letters of agreement (LOAs) with the US Government for the acquisition of F-35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft and other defense equipment, as previously announced. The LOAs confirm the terms of the UAE purchase, including costs, technical specifications and anticipated delivery schedules.  

UAE Embassy Honors Partners and Highlights Shared Achievements during Virtual 49th National Day Celebration

December 2, 2020

- Special Guests, VIPs Join Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba for Unprecedented Live Event –

Washington, DC – Today, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Embassy in Washington, DC celebrated the country’s 49th National Day through a virtual program that highlighted the UAE’s shared achievements with partners in 2020, including cooperation to address the COVID-19 pandemic, the launch of the Hope Probe to Mars and the historic signing of the Abraham Accords between the UAE and Israel.

Signing of an Enhanced Consular Privileges and Immunities Agreement with the United States

September 13, 2020

The United Arab Emirates and the United States signed an Enhanced Consular Privileges and Immunities Agreement that will provide enhanced protections to Emirati and American consular staff in both countries. The agreement will enable consular staff to better protect the interests of citizens abroad. As an important strategic partner of the US, the UAE remains committed to maintaining stability in the Gulf, creating economic prosperity for both countries and increasing cultural understanding between our citizens.

New Website Highlights UAE Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba’s News and Information

July 15, 2020

Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba’s new website (yousefalotaiba.com) features biographical information and career highlights as UAE Ambassador to the United States.

Interfaith Cooperation Celebrated at UAE Ramadan Iftar Dinner in New York City

May 30, 2019

New York – May 17, 2019 – The United Arab Emirates welcomed over 80 religious, community and government leaders to an interfaith Ramadan iftar in New York City hosted by H.E.  Lana Nusseibeh, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the UAE to the United Nations, and H.E. Abdalla Shaheen, UAE Consul General in New York.

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