Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, met with former U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., during a dinner banquet held in his honor at the White House. The meeting, attended by senior U.S. officials, underscored the ongoing strategic partnership between the United Arab Emirates and the United States. At the outset, Sheikh Tahnoon conveyed greetings from UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to President Trump, along with his wishes for continued progress and prosperity for the American people.
Expressing appreciation for the warm reception, Sheikh Tahnoon highlighted the depth of the longstanding relations between the two nations. Discussions focused on strengthening the UAE-U.S. strategic partnership, with particular emphasis on economic collaboration and investment. Sheikh Tahnoon reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to deepening bilateral ties by expanding trade and investment in key sectors such as AI, technology, infrastructure, and healthcare. He also commended Trump’s leadership and economic policies, noting their impact on fostering foreign direct investment and strengthening economic cooperation.
As part of his official visit, Sheikh Tahnoon also held talks with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, where they explored avenues to enhance financial and economic cooperation. Their discussions highlighted the strong business and investment links between the UAE and the U.S., with a focus on expanding opportunities in advanced technology and artificial intelligence. Additionally, Sheikh Tahnoon met with U.S. National Security Adviser Michael Waltz to discuss security cooperation and regional stability.
Strengthening the UAE-US strategic partnership
Talks covered global challenges, shared commitments to enhancing security, and strategies to optimize economic and technological collaboration. Both parties reaffirmed their dedication to strengthening cooperation in AI, energy, and joint investment initiatives. In a broader engagement with international business leaders, Sheikh Tahnoon explored new investment opportunities, particularly in digital infrastructure and industrial innovation.
He emphasized the transformative role of advanced technology in reshaping economies and driving sustainable global growth. Sheikh Tahnoon’s visit to the U.S. continues with scheduled meetings with senior U.S. administration officials and key business executives, aiming to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in strategic, economic, and technological fields. He is accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising representatives from both the public and private sectors. – By MENA Newswire News Desk.