Sheikh Abdullah Holds conferences with Foreign Ministers regarding Regional Situation.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister of the UAE, made phone calls with some of the foreign ministers to discuss the latest situation in the region.
These talks have been made in the wake of recent missile attacks by Iran, which have hit the UAE among other nations. The UAE referred to these attacks as severe and destructive to the peace in the region.
In the phone calls, Sheikh Abdullah talked to the foreign ministers of Ireland, Portugal and Costa Rica. The discussions were aimed at the existing tensions and the means of preserving peace and stability.
Other Countries Support.
Sheikh Abdullah appreciated the support and solidarity of the foreign ministers with the UAE in this challenging period. He also ascertained that the UAE was safe to all the residents and visitors.
The ministers of various countries also expressed their concern over the situation and supported the UAE. They settled on the need to collaborate in order to mitigate tensions.
There were also discussions on:
Communicating news about the latest events.
Strengthening diplomatic relations
Endorsing peace building in the area.
Providing safety and stability.
These discussions reveal the efforts the countries are making to manage the ongoing crisis.
Dwelling on Ceasefire and Peace Efforts.
The second important issue that was discussed was the recent declaration of a 2-week cease fire between the United States and Iran. This ceasefire is regarded as significant step towards conflict reduction.
The foreign ministers with Sheikh Abdullah talked about how this ceasefire would assist in improving the situation. They also emphasized the importance of all nations to facilitate peace.
They agreed that:
It is very important that there is international cooperation.
Peace in the long run needs collective efforts.
Regional stability is in interests of the entire world.
The leaders emphasized that the most effective way of solving problems and preventing further conflict is dialogue and diplomacy.
