The UAE president discusses Sudan, Gaza and the Middle East with the US President during his historic visit to the USA

 

On September 23, 2024, US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris welcomed UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the White House. This significant visit marked the first time a sitting UAE president had been hosted by the US, setting the stage for discussions on pressing Middle Eastern conflicts, notably the crisis in Sudan's Darfur region and the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.

In their joint statement, Biden and Sheikh Mohamed expressed grave concern over the continuing violence in Sudan, particularly in Darfur, warning that the situation could lead to imminent atrocities. They called for an immediate ceasefire between Sudan's army and the RSF, urging all parties to adhere to international humanitarian law. However, the statement did not address allegations of UAE support for the RSF, which Khartoum and Washington had previously accused of committing atrocities in Darfur.

The discussions also centered around the Gaza war following Hamas' October 7 attacks. Biden emphasized efforts to end the conflict and highlighted the devastating toll in Lebanon due to Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets. The UAE is expected to play a key role in Gaza's post-war reconstruction. Additionally, both leaders discussed deepening economic and technological ties, particularly in artificial intelligence, as the UAE seeks to diversify its economy beyond oil.

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