TLDR:
• UAE leaders congratulate Trump’s victory
• Emphasis on stability and cooperation
• Hopes for stronger US-UAE ties
ABU DHABI (The Thursday Times) — In a warm gesture of solidarity, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan extended his congratulations to Donald Trump on his victory in the recent US presidential election. Reflecting the depth of US-UAE relations, Sheikh Mohamed highlighted the longstanding bond between the two nations, underpinned by shared values and ambitions for progress. This message, sent via his official social media account, also welcomed JD Vance’s election as Vice President, underscoring the UAE’s commitment to over five decades of bilateral partnership with the United States. In his statement, Sheikh Mohamed expressed optimism about building on the partnership to ensure mutual prosperity and stability.
Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, along with Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Chairman of the Presidential Court, sent similar messages, pledging further cooperation between the US and UAE to promote peace and stability. Writing on X, Sheikh Mohammed reinforced the UAE’s commitment to a secure future, emphasising that both countries’ collaborative efforts would focus on stability in the region and beyond. These sentiments resonate amid broader Middle Eastern shifts, as the UAE continues to strengthen its diplomatic and economic alliances on the global stage.
UAE’s commitment to US partnership
The UAE’s leadership has long championed strategic ties with the United States, recognising the value of the alliance for regional and economic stability. From security cooperation to shared diplomatic initiatives, the UAE and US have fostered a partnership that has remained resilient through various global shifts. The UAE’s leaders have highlighted these elements, noting that a renewed relationship with the incoming Trump administration will further support the two nations’ ambitions. For the UAE, this election signifies a continuity of its efforts to advance its position as a leading diplomatic and economic force in the region.
Shared goals for stability and peace
Both nations have historically collaborated on issues spanning economic development, security, and diplomatic relations. Under Trump’s previous administration, the UAE and the US achieved several milestones, including the landmark Abraham Accords, which reshaped regional dynamics by promoting peace and cooperation between Israel and Arab states. With Trump’s return to office, the UAE leadership’s response suggests a shared interest in advancing regional stability, a goal that aligns with the UAE’s broader vision of peace and prosperity. Sheikh Mohamed’s message signals an eagerness to support policies that promote stability and address mutual interests, from economic growth to security measures.
Strengthening bilateral ties through diplomatic alignment
The UAE’s leaders have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to enhancing diplomatic relations with the US, viewing this partnership as essential for navigating the region’s geopolitical landscape. The UAE’s congratulatory messages to Trump and Vance echo its longstanding approach to building strategic ties with Western allies, focusing on collaboration in areas of shared importance. Analysts suggest that the UAE’s proactive diplomacy, particularly its emphasis on economic and security cooperation, will continue to serve as a foundation for its evolving relationship with the United States under the new administration. This alignment underscores the UAE’s vision for its role on the world stage as a stabilising and influential force.
