The leaders agreed to further strengthen cooperation in high-tech industries such as space exploration, clean energy and artificial intelligence.
US President Joe Biden declared the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as the top defense partner of the United States following talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Reuters wrote this on Monday, September 23.
The UAE became the second country after India to be granted this status.
“This strategic cooperation opens up new opportunities for deeper military coordination, including joint exercises, military exercises and other forms of cooperation,” the agency said, citing the White House.
It is known that the status of a major defense partner will allow the United States and the UAE to cooperate more closely in the field of defense, expanding both bilateral initiatives and multinational operations.
“This reflects the desire of both sides to strengthen security in the volatile Middle East region, especially against the backdrop of military conflicts and threats from terrorist groups,” Reuters added.
It is known that one of the main topics of negotiations between Biden and Sheikh Mohammed is the escalation of the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Both leaders called for “immediate and unhindered” delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza to help civilians suffering in the conflict. A joint statement after the meeting emphasized the importance of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Along with discussing military and humanitarian issues, the leaders agreed to further strengthen cooperation in high-tech industries such as space exploration, clean energy and artificial intelligence.
“The UAE already has ambitious plans in these areas and is attracting the attention of global players such as China, but deepening cooperation with the United States will provide new opportunities for the development of these areas,” the agency notes.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Galant has announced a “new phase” of the war against Hezbollah, which will see the IDF focus resources on the northern front, near the border with Lebanon.
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