The President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, held high-level talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Abu Dhabi, focusing on pressing regional security developments and their broader impact on global stability, international navigation, and the world economy.
I met with the President of the UAE, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan @MohamedBinZayed.
The President thanked our team for its work here in the Emirates. For Ukraine, this is also a matter of principle: terror must not prevail anywhere in the world. Protection must be sufficient… pic.twitter.com/qSsOU1OTUq
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) March 28, 2026
The meeting took place during President Zelenskyy’s working visit to the United Arab Emirates, reflecting the growing diplomatic engagement between the two nations. Sheikh Mohamed warmly welcomed the Ukrainian leader, emphasizing that the visit underscores the strength and depth of bilateral relations.
During the discussions, both leaders exchanged views on ongoing geopolitical tensions, including continued Iranian aggression targeting the UAE and other countries in the region. Concerns were raised over attacks on civilians and critical infrastructure, which have heightened instability across the Middle East.
President Zelenskyy strongly condemned these actions, stating that such attacks constitute a clear violation of sovereignty, international law, and the principles of the United Nations Charter. He stressed that such developments undermine both regional and global peace and security.
The leaders also discussed the implications of regional conflicts on global trade routes, energy markets, and economic stability, particularly in the context of international navigation and supply chains.
The meeting signals a shared commitment between the UAE and Ukraine to promote stability, uphold international law, and strengthen cooperation in addressing global challenges.
