UAE News

Writing in the Financial Times, UAE Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba explains that the UAE's exit from OPEC reflects the country's progress as a diversified, knowledge-based economy. 

"OPEC was built for oil-dependent states. The UAE hasn't been one for a long time," writes Ambassador Al Otaiba, noting that less than a quarter of UAE GDP is now tied to energy.

Affirms Strait of Hormuz Must be Open as Part of Conclusive Outcome to Conflict

Highlights UAE’s Resilience, Strength of Bilateral Partnership in Meetings with US Policymakers

Washington – April 15, 2026 – Speaking today at the Semafor World Economy Summit in Washington, Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, affirmed the UAE’s resilience in the face of Iran’s recent, unpr

This war requires a conclusive outcome—one that addresses Tehran’s full range of threats.

Reinforces UAE–U.S. Strategic Partnership in Meetings with Senior Administration Officials and Members of Congress