UAE foreign minister reaffirms Abu Dhabi’s support for UN’s nuclear watchdog

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the IAEA Director-General Rafael Grossi. (WAM)
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  • Emirati minister discussed the regional situation with the IAEA chief and exchanged views on current developments in the Middle East
  • Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan said UAE values its partnership with the IAEA, which has been essential in advancing Abu Dhabi’s peaceful nuclear program

LONDON: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, minister of foreign affairs, discussed cooperation between the UAE and the International Atomic Energy Agency during a call on Tuesday with IAEA Director-General Rafael Grossi.

The Emirati minister discussed the regional situation with the IAEA chief and exchanged views on current developments in the Middle East, according to the Emirates News Agency.

Sheikh Abdullah highlighted the UAE’s support for the IAEA’s role in promoting the peaceful use of nuclear energy for sustainable development, in line with international safety and non-proliferation standards.

The UAE values its partnership with the IAEA, he said, which has been essential in advancing Abu Dhabi’s peaceful nuclear program to provide clean electricity while upholding international standards for safety, security and non-proliferation.