NEW YORK / RankWire.AI / – On September 22, in New York, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended a meeting convened by U.S. President Donald Trump. This gathering included senior officials and leaders from Arab and Islamic nations during the 81st United Nations General Assembly. The discussion centered on regional developments, security concerns, economic growth, and global collaboration. It was part of a series of high-level diplomatic meetings held during the UN’s annual gathering.
Attendees included King Abdullah II of Jordan and Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa also took part. Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah was present, along with Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly. Senior officials from Bahrain, Oman, Iraq, and Lebanon attended as well, with Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi participating in the talks.
The focus of the meeting was on security and stability in the Middle East and on supporting regional development. Participants examined ways to enhance international cooperation to tackle regional and global issues. Discussions included multilateral efforts to promote peace, stability, and economic progress. Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the UAE’s backing for initiatives aimed at easing tensions and fostering lasting peace. He linked these aims to broader goals of regional security, stability, and prosperity.
Leaders from the region address security and stability
During the talks, Sheikh Abdullah emphasized the strength of the UAE-US relationship. He described it as built on trust, mutual respect, and shared interests. The two nations work together across many sectors aligned with their economic and development priorities. Sheikh Abdullah also praised Trump’s efforts to promote security, stability, peace, and development in the Middle East. His comments reflected the UAE government’s support for diplomatic efforts and international cooperation on regional issues.
The meeting also looked at ways to strengthen multilateral efforts to face ongoing regional and international challenges. Officials discussed cooperation that could support peace, development, and stability across the Middle East. This gathering took place within the broader context of the UN General Assembly. Leaders held bilateral and multilateral talks alongside formal sessions. Trump called the meeting as part of his schedule in New York, bringing together senior representatives from Gulf states and other regional countries.
UAE emphasizes commitment to de-escalation and peace
Sheikh Abdullah was accompanied by several senior UAE officials. These included Minister of State Lana Zaki Nusseibeh and Minister of State Saeed bin Mubarak Al Hajeri. The UAE ambassador to the United States, Yousef Al Otaiba, also attended. Their presence was part of a larger diplomatic effort related to the UN General Assembly. Sheikh Abdullah held meetings with foreign ministers and senior officials in New York. Topics covered included bilateral cooperation, economic relations, international security, and other agenda items.
The New York meeting placed a focus on Middle East security and international coordination. The UAE underscored de-escalation, peace, and economic growth as key priorities. Participants also discussed cooperation through international institutions and broader efforts to address regional challenges. The discussions contributed to a busy diplomatic schedule around the 81st UN General Assembly. Leaders and ministers used informal meetings to discuss security, development, and bilateral relations beyond official sessions.