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Biden and UAE President Deepen Strategic Partnership Amid Middle East Tensions

Key discussions include AI cooperation, military collaboration, and efforts to deescalate conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon.

U.S. President Joe Biden speaks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as they attend Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment event on the day of the G20 summit in New Delhi, India, September 9, 2023. REUTERS/Evelyn Hockstein/Pool/File Photo
Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to members of the media upon her arrival at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, U.S., September 22, 2024. Matt Rourke/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo
U.S. President Joe Biden greets UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the White House, Sept. 23, 2024, in Washington (AP photo by Mark Schiefelbein).
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Overview

  • The UAE has been designated a 'major defense partner' by the U.S., joining India as the only other country with this status.
  • Both leaders emphasized the importance of AI and technology partnerships, with the UAE securing a $1.5 billion investment from Microsoft.
  • Talks also focused on deescalating the Israel-Hezbollah conflict and securing a ceasefire in Gaza, where recent airstrikes have resulted in significant casualties.
  • The UAE expressed a commitment to work with the U.S. on humanitarian aid and post-war recovery in Gaza.
  • Discussions included the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, which aims to enhance global trade and connectivity.