Washington, DC (25 July 2018) – A delegation of government and faith leaders from the United Arab Emirates presented Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba and the UAE Embassy in Washington, DC with a model of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi.

“The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque reflects the UAE’s commitment to the spirit of diversity in culture, thought and civilization that Sheikh Zayed valued,” said Dr. Yousif Al Obaidli, Director General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre.

Washington, DC (24 July 2018) – A delegation of government and faith leaders from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are visiting Washington, DC to highlight the country’s efforts to promote tolerance and inclusivity among the 200 nationalities who live and work together there. While in Washington, DC, delegation members will meet with US officials and other stakeholders, and attend the US State Department Ministerial to Advance Religious Freedom (July 25-26).

Reaffirms UAE’S Substantial Commitment to Providing Humanitarian Assistance in Yemen;

Stresses Close, Ongoing Coordination with UN Agencies and US Officials

Washington, DC (18 July 2018) – United Arab Emirates (UAE) Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Reem Al Hashimy briefed US government and UN officials on the Arab Coalition’s humanitarian assistance efforts and push for a political resolution in Yemen.

New Display  Chronicles Special Olympics’ Efforts to Create a More Inclusive World

Abu Dhabi to Host Special Olympics World Games in March 2019

Visits Glenville Community Soccer Field

Participates in Panel Discussion with Cleveland Clinic CEO Dr. Tomislav Mihaljevic at the City Club of Cleveland

The following commentary was published in The Telegraph on June 14, 2018. See here for the original piece.

To take on the Houthi rebels in Yemen, we must liberate Hodeidah

Anwar Gargash

14 June 2018

The Telegraph (UK)

Event Honors Special Olympics Movement; Celebrates Acceptance and Inclusion

UAE to Host Special Olympics World Games in March 2019

WASHINGTON, DC (8 July 2018) – United Arab Emirates (UAE) Diplomats hosted an iftar last night at the UAE Embassy in Washington, DC for local Special Olympic athletes and their families. Many athletes in attendance will travel to Abu Dhabi in March 2019 to compete in the World Games.

AMBASSADOR HIGHLIGHTS UAE’S COMMITMENT TO TOLERANCE, SHEIKH ZAYED’S LEGACY

WASHINGTON, DC (23 May 2018) – United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ambassador to the US Yousef Al Otaiba hosted an interfaith iftar last night at the UAE Embassy in Washington, DC. Over 100 religious, community and government leaders attended the event.

The UAE welcomes Secretary Pompeo’s remarks on Iran, and supports the Trump Administration’s commitment to challenge Iran’s destabilizing activities. Its ballistic missile program and extensive use of extremist proxy organizations in Yemen and Lebanon demonstrate that Iran continues to be the most destabilizing influence in the region. The UAE will work closely with the US and international community to intensify efforts to address Iran’s provocative behavior and create a more secure region.