UAE to host first-ever “Relay For Life” in the Gulf in November to raise funds for cancer research
Embassy Activities
CHARLESTON, SC, October 5, 2017 – Visiting Charleston-area Boeing employees who will build some of the more than 500 US-made airplanes ordered by UAE airlines, UAE Ambassador to the United States Yousef Al Otaiba highlighted the immense mutual benefits of the commercial aviation sector and of the UAE-US “Open Skies” aviation agreement to both countries.
"On behalf of the leadership and people of the UAE, our deepest sympathies go out to the families and friends of the victims of last night’s heinous attack in Las Vegas. We condemn this unspeakable violence. We must all work together to promote tolerance and peace.”
WASHINGTON, September 26, 2017 – The UAE-based organization Circle of Hope – which was founded by Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan and is responsible for the ‘Wanna Read?’ and Beacon of Hope UAE initiatives – brought its message about education, literacy, friendship and tolerance to youth in New York and Washington, DC, in coordination with the Embassy of
WASHINGTON, September 20, 2017 – Following the destruction of Hurricane Irma, which brought widespread devastation to the Florida Keys and communities all across the state, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Embassy in Washington, DC announced that the UAE government pledged $10 million to help with recovery efforts.
Washington, DC (September 11, 2017) – On Saturday, September 9th, H.E. Omar Al Shamsi, Deputy Chief of Mission at the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Washington, DC, and more than 100 UAE diplomats, staff and friends; in addition to a number of UAE students participated in the 2017 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 5K and one-mile races.
Washington, DC – 7 September 2017 – In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, which brought unprecedented flooding and destruction to communities across southeast Texas, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has pledged $10 million to help with local and state recovery efforts.
In an interview with The Atlantic, United Arab Emirates Ambassador to the US Yousef Al Otaiba discusses Qatar, Iran and regional security. He highlights Qatar’s support for extremist groups and notes Iran’s destabilizing behavior.
Washington, DC (28 August 2017) – Today, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Embassy in Washington, DC marked the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day. The annual celebration recognizes the important role of women in UAE society.
Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba joined former CIA Deputy Director Michael Morell on the Charlie Rose Show to discuss Middle East issues and threats to regional stability posed by Qatar’s continued support for extremists.