‘We Are Very Glad to See You’: Putin Greets UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed in Moscow | APT

Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the Kremlin in Moscow, marking a significant moment in Russia’s growing ties with the Gulf state amid a shifting global power balance. In his opening remarks, Putin praised the UAE as “one of our key trade partners in the Arab world,” adding: “We are very glad to see you. We are in constant contact, and our bilateral relations are developing rapidly.” The two leaders discussed regional stability, global energy markets, and expanding economic cooperation, with Putin revealing that bilateral trade with the UAE has reached $11.5 billion. He also emphasized the UAE’s strategic role in global forums, saying: “We actively cooperate on almost all international platforms.” With President Donald Trump in the White House, the world is closely watching the recalibration of alliances. The UAE's warm engagement with Moscow signals a strategic balancing act as Gulf nations navigate new centers of power. President Mohamed bin Zayed affirmed his commitment to continued cooperation with Russia, describing the relationship as “strong, deep, and based on mutual respect.” This high-level meeting reflects the UAE’s growing assertiveness in foreign policy and its willingness to engage with major powers like Russia—regardless of Western expectations. #putin #ukrainewar #apt