His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has arrived in Riyadh to lead the UAE delegation at the GCC-U.S. Summit, representing President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Upon arrival at King Khalid International Airport, His Highness was warmly welcomed by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of the Riyadh Region, along with several senior Saudi officials, Abu Dhabi Media Office reported.
Accompanying H.H. Sheikh Khaled is a distinguished delegation, including Sheikh Khalifa bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Court; Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi, secretary-general of the Supreme Council for National Security; Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority; Yousef Al Otaiba, UAE ambassador to the United States; Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, assistant minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs; Saif Saeed Ghobash, secretary-general of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council; and Maryam Eid AlMheiri, chairperson of the Abu Dhabi Media Office.
The Gulf-U.S. Summit is taking place in Riyadh today, featuring leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) alongside U.S. President Donald Trump.
On behalf of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, is leading the UAE delegation at the GCC-U.S. Summit in Riyadh today.
Economic partnerships
The GCC-U.S. Summit will feature leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council and U.S. President Donald Trump.
Additionally, this summit is part of President Trump’s regional tour, which includes a visit to the UAE. The tour aims to enhance Gulf cooperation and deepen the strategic partnership with the U.S., focusing on shared interests in regional security, stability, and sustainable development.
The summit further aims to achieve several key objectives. First, it will focus on strengthening security cooperation by addressing ongoing security challenges in the region. Leaders are expected to discuss collaborative efforts to enhance defense capabilities and improve intelligence sharing among GCC countries and the U.S.
Another significant focus will be on boosting economic partnerships, particularly in sectors like energy, technology, and trade. Moreover, the leaders will explore investment opportunities and joint ventures that can drive economic growth in the region.
Additionally, the summit will highlight sustainable development initiatives, including renewable energy projects and environmental conservation efforts. These initiatives align with the broader goals of the UAE vision and the U.S. commitment to addressing climate change.
Also, enhancing cultural and educational exchanges will be a topic of discussion, aimed at driving mutual understanding and collaboration between the Gulf states and the U.S. through various programs.
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Expected outcomes
The summit is anticipated to result in several key agreements and joint statements that will outline the commitments of both the GCC leaders and the U.S. towards achieving a more secure and prosperous region. The discussions are further expected to pave the way for future collaborations and reinforce the longstanding partnership between the Gulf states and the United States.
This summit represents a crucial moment for regional diplomacy, as it seeks to address pressing issues while laying the groundwork for a stable and cooperative future.
