On 12 September 2026, Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, engaged in meaningful discussions with Vladimir Putin, the President of the Russian Federation. Their meeting took place during the 18th Summit of the BRICS Leaders in New Delhi, India, highlighting the strong and strategic ties between the United Arab Emirates and Russia.
Greetings and Mutual Aspirations
At the beginning of their meeting, Sheikh Khaled conveyed warm greetings from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE, to President Putin, wishing him good health and continued success for the Russian nation and its people.
In response, President Putin extended his regards to Sheikh Mohammed, expressing similar sentiments of prosperity and advancement for the UAE and its citizens.
Strengthening UAE-Russia Relations
During their discussions, both leaders explored avenues to enhance collaboration between the UAE and Russia across various sectors of mutual interest. The focus was on fostering bilateral cooperation that aligns with the aspirations of both nations and benefits their peoples.
Regional and Global Issues
The leaders also exchanged views on a range of regional and international issues, reaffirming the importance of coordination regarding the outcomes of the BRICS summit. They emphasized the need to translate these outcomes into practical initiatives that would serve the interests of all involved parties.
This meeting not only underscores the robust diplomatic relationship between the UAE and Russia but also highlights the commitment of both nations to collaborate on a global scale for mutual benefit.