UAE Regional Climate Dialogue concludes; Group Statement issued

April 4, 2021

ABU DHABI, (WAM) - The UAE Regional Dialogue for Climate Action concluded on 4 April, convening climate leaders from across the MENA region to accelerate progress on climate action.

UAE, US special envoys for climate underline link between progress climate action and strong economic growth

April 3, 2021

ABU DHABI, (WAM) - U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, John Kerry, today visited a number of the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE's) major strategic projects supporting the country's efforts in the field of clean energy, limiting the consequences of climate change, and promoting sustainable development at the local and global levels.

UAE Commitment to Climate Action

March 21, 2021

Click here to learn about how the UAE is taking aggressive action to meet the global climate challenge. 

The UAE looks forward to joining President Joe Biden and Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry at next month’s Leaders Summit on Climate(link is external) to contribute to collective climate action. 

The Maجlis: Work-Life Balance as a Mom during the Pandemic

March 11, 2021

By Hessa Al Shuwaihi, Head of Communications and Public Diplomacy

No one told us that balancing motherhood and a demanding career would be easy – but being a working mom during a global pandemic takes it to another level. Amid the elevated challenges brought about by COVID-19, the United Arab Emirates has made it a priority to ensure pandemic assistance goes to mothers and families who need it.

The Maجlis: UAE Becomes First Arab Nation to Reach Mars

March 4, 2021

By Shaima Gargash, Deputy Chief of Mission

The diplomats at the United Arab Emirates Embassy in Washington, DC, are excited to join you on LinkedIn. Here we will share the latest Embassy activities, UAE government initiatives and partnership highlights, while connecting with our friends and partners across the United States.

Masdar Achieves First Close on 1.6 GW Clean Energy Portfolio in United States from EDF Renewables

February 8, 2021

Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba Statement on US Review of F-35 Sale to the UAE

January 27, 2021

"Welcoming joint efforts to de-escalate tensions and for renewed regional dialogue, the UAE will work closely with the Biden Administration on a comprehensive approach to Middle East peace and stability. As in previous transitions, the UAE anticipated a review of current policies by the new administration.

Hope Probe Mars Orbit Insertion Upcoming Events

January 27, 2021

Last July, the United Arab Emirates became the first Arab nation to launch a mission to Mars. The Emirates Mars Mission’s Hope probe is on schedule to enter into orbit around the “Red Planet” on February 9, making the UAE just the fifth country in history to reach Mars.

United Arab Emirates Embassy in Washington, DC Statement on Letters of Agreement for UAE Defense Package

January 21, 2021

January 21, 2021 – On Tuesday, the United Arab Emirates finalized letters of agreement (LOAs) with the US Government for the acquisition of F-35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft and other defense equipment, as previously announced. The LOAs confirm the terms of the UAE purchase, including costs, technical specifications and anticipated delivery schedules.