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UAE, U.S. Presidents hold talks in Abu Dhabi to boost partnership

UAE, U.S. Presidents hold talks in Abu Dhabi to boost partnership

Abu Dhabi, May 16 (UNI) President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks on Thursday with visiting U.S. President Donald Trump at the presidential palace in Abu Dhabi, reaffirming the commitment of both countries to deepening their strategic partnership, the UAE's state news agency WAM reported.
The two leaders discussed ways to strengthen cooperation across a range of sectors, including investment, energy, advanced technology, artificial intelligence, and industry, according to WAM.
Sheikh Mohamed highlighted the depth of UAE-U.S. relations, which he said span over five decades. He reaffirmed the UAE's dedication to global peace, stability, and prosperity through multilateral cooperation and close coordination with international partners, especially the United States.
The two sides also exchanged views on regional and international developments of mutual concern, with particular attention to maintaining security and de-escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Trump praised Sheikh Mohamed's leadership and noted that bilateral relations have continued to grow stronger under his guidance.
Also on Thursday, the two presidents jointly unveiled an artificial intelligence campus in Abu Dhabi, the largest AI campus outside the United States.
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