UAE, US governments announce agreement to begin formal process for UAE inclusion in Global Entry Programme

September 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC 26th September, 2024 (WAM) -- Easing cross border travel for Emiratis, the UAE and US governments signed an agreement between the UAE Ministry of Interior and the US Department of Homeland Security that will lead to the UAE’s inclusion in the US Global Entry Programme by October 2024.

The signing took place on the sidelines of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s official visit to the US. Global Entry is an initiative that expedites entry procedures into US ports of entry.

UAE President, former US President George W Bush review historical bilateral ties

September 25, 2024

DALLAS, 25 September 2024 – As part of his official visit to the United States, UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met today with former US President George W Bush.

UAE President holds phone calls with Bill Clinton; family of Jimmy Carter

September 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, 25th September, 2024 (WAM) -- President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held phone calls with former US President Bill Clinton and Jason Carter, the grandson of former President Jimmy Carter.

In a phone call made during his official visit to the United States, His Highness exchanged warm greetings with Bill Clinton, highlighting the important role he played in strengthening bilateral ties during his time in office.

UAE President and US Senators discuss bilateral relations

September 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, 25th September, 2024 (WAM) -- As part of his official visit to the United States, UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with a number of US Senators. Topics of discussion included opportunities to develop UAE-US relations at various levels, as well as other issues of mutual interest.

UAE President and US Secretary of Commerce discuss importance of technology investment

September 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, 25th September, 2024 (WAM) -- UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with Gina Raimondo, Secretary of Commerce of the United States, to discuss areas of collaboration between the two countries.

The meeting highlighted the ongoing development of UAE-US relations in the fields of economics, trade, investment, and technology, which align with both nations' shared vision for achieving sustainable economic prosperity.

UAE President meets with Emirati students and NASA graduates in Washington

September 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, 25th September, 2024 (WAM) -- UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Emirati students studying at universities in the US, and Emirati astronauts Nora Al Matrooshi and Hazza Al Mansouri, graduates of NASA’s astronaut training programme. The meeting took place as part of His Highness' official visit to the United States.

Microsoft expands its Global Engineering Development Center’s footprint to the UAE’s capital, Abu Dhabi

September 24, 2024

UAE President visits National Children's Hospital in Washington

September 24, 2024

WASHINGTON, 24th September, 2024 (WAM) -- UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the National Children's Hospital in Washington D.C. and was briefed on its pioneering work in pediatric surgery and healthcare.

UAE President reviews strategic relations in meetings with US officials Antony Blinken and Jake Sullivan

September 24, 2024

WASHINGTON, 24th September, 2024 (WAM) -- President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, as part of his official visit to the United States.

During separate meetings with Secretary Blinken and Mr. Sullivan, His Highness discussed the longstanding strategic relations between the two nations and their joint efforts to further strengthen these ties across various sectors.

UAE signs agreement to strengthen customs cooperation with United States

September 24, 2024

WASHINGTON, 24th September, 2024 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates and the United States of America signed an agreement today on the sidelines of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed’s official visit to the US. The agreement relates to cooperation in customs matters and aims to enhance economic, trade, and customs cooperation, as well as the exchange of customs expertise and information between the two countries.