Embassy Activities

Ambassador to the US Yousef Al Otaiba, UAE Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development Noura Al Kaabi and Permanent Representative to the UN Lana Nusseibeh Join with UAE and US Faith Leaders

The Gathering Honors Ramadan Traditions and Interfaith Unity Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

UAE Ambassador to the United States Yousef Al Otaiba Honors the UAE’s Longstanding Tradition of Tolerance, Inclusion, and Peaceful Coexistence

WASHINGTON, August 22, 2019 – United Arab Emirates Minister of State Zaki Nusseibeh visited Washington, DC this week to lead and participate in a number of discussions on the history of cultural diplomacy in the United Arab Emirates and how soft power is and can continue to be a beneficial tool in bridging understanding and creating long-lasting global partnerships.

“The Peace Visit” Documentary Film Highlights the UAE’s Religious Diversity and Commitment to Interfaith Cooperation and Coexistence

Meridian Center International and the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates hosted a salon lunch discussion on culinary diplomacy. Cultural influencers and food aficionados from across D.C. came together to learn about the history of the cuisine of Abu Dhabi, which has influenced chefs, writers, educators, and diplomats throughout the region. 
 

- Recipients include Avenue CDC, Flores Neighborhood Library, the City of Houston’s Homeless Navigation Center and The Houston Health Department -

UAE Ambassador to United States Yousef Al Otaiba Honors Sheikh Zayed’s Vision 

Agreement Ensures Service and Support for Emirati Patients at Children’s National

November 4, 2018

October 27, 2018

Yousef Al Otaiba, UAE Ambassador to the United States, statement regarding mass shooting at Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.