IHAB AL-RIFAI (Abu Dhabi)
The UAE-Russia relations exemplify a distinguished and unique model in international relations, driven by the common desire of both countries’ leaderships to sustainably develop their partnership.
Both nations share vast developmental potentials and positive prospects based on solid historical foundations of mutual respect and shared interests.
The ties between the two countries have strengthened over more than 53 years, flourishing into the strong strategic partnership they share today, encompassing all areas of cooperation and development, especially in the economic sphere.
The relations established in 1971 have proven to be exemplary, achieving significant success and evolution over the years, and represent an ideal model for relationships between nations. The partnership has reached a strategic level, bolstered by converging visions on various issues and the promotion of international security and stability, along with increasing cooperation across all sectors.
The UAE and the Russian Federation maintain strong, solid, and evolving strategic relations. Their fruitful strategic partnership reflects the shared will of both friendly nations to elevate these relations towards broader horizons for a prosperous and sustainable future for both countries and their peoples. This commitment is evident in the numerous agreements signed in economic, investment, and environmental fields, advancing the goals of their strategic partnership.
The two countries also share aligned visions on current regional and global issues, agreeing to enhance international security and stability. Additionally, their growing collaboration extends to various fields, highlighted by significant developments in the space sector, marking a qualitative leap in their relations.
In recent years, UAE-Russia relations have shown remarkable progress across different domains, particularly in the economic and trade sectors. They have explored areas of cooperation with great potential for the private sector on both sides, including logistics, manufacturing, agriculture, and transportation.
Opportunities for establishing a trade corridor connecting the UAE and Russia have increased, facilitating access to markets for services experiencing growth in both countries.