Abdullah bin Zayed and the US Secretary of State discuss by telephone the tragic developments in Sudan and ways to address the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed during a phone call with Marco Rubio, Secretary of State of the United States of America, the strategic relations between the two countries and ways to enhance them in a way that serves their mutual interests.

The two sides also reviewed efforts to expand the horizons of bilateral cooperation in various sectors, including economic, commercial, and scientific sectors, in addition to artificial intelligence and advanced technology, and other fields that support the development priorities of the two countries.

During the call, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan stressed the depth of the strategic relations between the UAE and the United States of America, and the common keenness to continue constructive cooperation and support efforts aimed at achieving sustainable development and enhancing paths of growth and progress for the benefit of the two countries and their peoples.

His Highness and Marco Rubio also discussed the latest developments in the regional situation, including the tragic developments in Sudan. In this regard, His Highness pointed to the importance of activating the provisions contained in the statement of the Quartet, which includes the UAE, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the United States of America, which was issued last September with the aim of ending the conflict in Sudan and reaching a peaceful solution to the crisis.

During the call, the two sides also discussed ways to address the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan appreciated the efforts of the United States of America in consolidating the foundations of security and stability in the Middle East region, and working towards building a sustainable peace that achieves prosperity for its people.