For over half a century, the United Arab Emirates and United States have forged a partnership rooted in a shared vision of progress and prosperity. The Arabic word "mutahid" encapsulates the unity that underpins this enduring relationship. As the UAE celebrates its 53rd National Day, we reflect on this unity and look ahead to the opportunities that lie before us. Dig into the decades of cooperation in the UAE-US relationship: https://uaeinusa.co/UAEUSA
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The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Washington, DC, has worked to develop the partnership between the UAE and the United States (US) for over 25 years. Led by His Excellency Yousef Al Otaiba, who has held his role since 2008, the UAE and the US have worked as close friends and allies for more than 50 years to create economic prosperity, and encourage culture and knowledge sharing between the two countries. Through the lens of “united for a better future, together,” the Embassy established the UAE USA United campaign to raise awareness of the collaborative efforts between Americans and Emiratis. As the head of the UAE Embassy, Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba works to strengthen the close friendship between the UAE and US. Committed to economic growth and development, his advocacy for innovative outcomes is exemplified through milestones such as the US-UAE 123 Agreement, the highest standard of civilian nuclear cooperation in world history, and the Abraham Accords. His influence continues to foster better cooperation among nations, establishing the UAE as one of the fastest-growing US economic partnerships worldwide and earning his work recognition in Time Magazine in 2020. With a shared commitment to bilateral trade, space exploration and advancing groundbreaking technologies, the UAE has diversified its economy and supports hundreds of thousands of American jobs in technology, hospitality and aerospace. As of 2009, the UAE is also the largest export market for US goods in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, with bilateral trade totaling more than $31 billion as of 2023. The UAE Embassy continues to engage in cultural exchange programs with esteemed US organizations, including the Special Olympics, the Meridian International Center, Harvard University and New York University. Through these partnerships, the UAE and US are actively creating a better future based on diversity, inclusion and mutual respect for all people.
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http://www.uae-embassy.org
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- 51-200 employees
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- 1971
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- Diplomacy, Government Relations, International Trade, Consular Services, Visas, Document Attestation, Certificate of Good Conduct, and Passport Services
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For the third year in a row, Dubai is Tripadvisor's top destination! From the iconic Burj Khalifa to the vibrant souks along Dubai Creek, there's something for everyone in the UAE's most populated city. ✈️ If you're planning on visiting the UAE from the US, we suggest taking a look at our visa services hub to learn more about any necessary requirements ahead of your trip: https://lnkd.in/eRJnn_7X
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In the inaugural episode of "Beyond the Horizon,” the ongoing #UAEUSA partnership between Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics and UAE Space Agency at University of Colorado Boulder is highlighted through interviews with 🇦🇪 & 🇺🇸 engineers. Hear how the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt is shaping the journey beyond the horizon.
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Nearly 100,000 runners have joined us since 2005 to raise awareness about kidney disease. Join NBA legend & kidney transplant recipient Alonzo Mourning at the UAE Healthy Kidney 5K – Miami to raise funds to support lifesaving programs for patients, their families, and those at risk! More info: https://lnkd.in/eTZKZYEA National Kidney Foundation of Florida #UAEHK5K
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Ahmad AlSawalhi, Director of Aerospace Affairs and Trade Outreach at the UAE Embassy, joined The Johns Hopkins University and Axiom Space, alongside space colleagues from Poland, Japan, Rwanda, and Italy for a panel discussion on International Space Collaboration. The panel touched on public-private partnerships, international cooperation in space diplomacy and plans for deeper space exploration.
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There are over 800 AI companies thriving in Dubai due to the emirate’s public-private partnerships, advanced infrastructure & progressive business regulations. “The future is Dubai, and Dubai is the future,” said HH Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum. This month, the UAE was ranked 5th in the world for AI development by Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI)’s Global Vibrancy Tool 2024. Learn more ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ervwiEiX
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🌌🛰️In December, the UAE hosted the Abu Dhabi Space Debate 2024, with the second edition of this event focused on addressing the critical issue of space debris and its threat to active spacecraft and future missions. Together, 🌎 space leaders and agencies collaborated to strategize on effective space traffic management, ensuring a safer and more sustainable space environment. As host of this important global forum, the 🇦🇪 is committed to fostering international collaboration and driving innovation in the space sector. To strengthen UAE-US collaboration, a U.S. Chamber of Commerce SpaceNxt business delegation participated in the debate and met with key UAE leaders in the space industry.
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Last week, the Embassy hosted a delegation from the UAE's National Anti-Money Laundering & Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organizations Committee (NAMLCFTC), led by General Secretariat HE Hamid Al Zaabi, to DC. During their visit, the delegation met with US government officials and leading financial institutions to strengthen cooperation on export control, cross border finance & economic security matters. Meetings included US Department of Justice, US Treasury, State Department, World Bank Group, IMF and US-UAE Business Council. Read more about the visit here: https://lnkd.in/edNV38uc #UAEUSA
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During FinTech Abu Dhabi at ADFW, industry leaders explored the transformative potential of advanced technology and AI in financial services. #ADFW2024 saw over 30 new partnerships inked, including major deals from Palo Alto Networks, Mastercard, PGIM and Citi. More on this and other top stories in our latest UAE-US tech roundup ⬇️
This Week’s Top 🇦🇪🇺🇸 Tech News Stories (12.16.2024)
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Supporting Dubai's Economic Agenda (D33) strategy, the UAE's largest airline, Emirates, has forged new partnerships, expanding its network to 1,700 more cities this year, all while strengthening global connectivity and supporting economic growth. https://lnkd.in/eyyGkHsu
In the past year, Emirates has doubled the number of cities it offers beyond its network, unlocking travel opportunities to nearly 1,700 additional cities. This has enabled an average of over 61,000 passengers to seamlessly connect on the shared networks of Emirates and its partners every week.By f...
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