Dubai: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has stressed the need to improve ties with Iran for the common interests of both countries and the promotion of stability in the region.
During a cabinet meeting chaired by Vice President, Prime Minister and ruler of the Persian Gulf emirate of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Sunday, Emirati cabinet members affirmed Abu Dhabi’s keenness to maintain good neighborly relations with Tehran.
They also stressed the importance of settling the dispute over Abu Musa, the Greater Tunb and the Lesser Tunb islands through direct bilateral negotiations or the International Court of Justice.
The UAE statesmen also emphasised that a balanced peaceful approach in dealing with the issue of the islands is essential to bolstering future relations with Iran, and overcoming issues that hinder the development of ties between regional nations.
The development comes following Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s visit to the island of Abu Musa on April 11 as part of his tour of the southern Iranian province of Hormozgan. The visit drew criticism from the UAE and the [Persian] Gulf Cooperation Council.
On the same day, UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan criticized the visit as a “violation of UAE sovereignty over its territories.”
Dear TNT Reader,
At The News Tribe, our mission is to bring you free, independent, and unbiased news and content that keeps you informed and empowered. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalism, as we understand that we are a platform for truth.
Apart from independent global news coverage, we also commit our unique focus on the Muslim world. In an age marked by the troubling rise of Islamophobia and widespread misrepresentation of Muslims in Western media, we strive to provide accurate and fair coverage.
But to continue doing so, we need your support. Even a small donation of 1$ can make a big difference. Your contribution will help us maintain the quality of our news and counteract the negative narratives that are so prevalent.
Please consider donating today to ensure we can keep delivering the news that matters. Together, we can make a positive impact on the world, and work towards a more inclusive, informed global society.
Donate Monthly Subscription Annual Subscription