Diplomatic Adviser to UAE President Meets UN Special Envoy to Yemen

Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President Dr. Anwar Gargash meets with United Nation Special Envoy to Yemen Hans Grundberg in Abu Dhabi. (WAM)
Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President Dr. Anwar Gargash meets with United Nation Special Envoy to Yemen Hans Grundberg in Abu Dhabi. (WAM)
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Diplomatic Adviser to UAE President Meets UN Special Envoy to Yemen

Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President Dr. Anwar Gargash meets with United Nation Special Envoy to Yemen Hans Grundberg in Abu Dhabi. (WAM)
Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President Dr. Anwar Gargash meets with United Nation Special Envoy to Yemen Hans Grundberg in Abu Dhabi. (WAM)

Diplomatic Adviser to the President of the United Arab Emirates Dr. Anwar Gargash held talks with United Nation Special Envoy to Yemen Hans Grundberg in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, reported the UAE’s state news agency WAM.

The officials discussed the latest developments in the Yemeni crisis and the efforts to establish favorable conditions for a ceasefire and progress toward a sustainable political solution, which will end the crisis and the humanitarian suffering of the Yemeni people.

Gargash underlined the UAE's support for the international efforts and Grundberg’s work to establish a permanent ceasefire and initiate serious dialogue to reach a sustainable political settlement to the Yemeni crisis, lauding the related efforts of Saudi Arabia.

He highlighted the UAE's solidarity with the Yemeni people, its support for all efforts to end the crisis, and its political and humanitarian repercussions.

Gargash expressed his appreciation for the UN's recent announcement regarding the finalized plan to unload the FSO Safer oil tanker off the coast of Yemen’s Hodeidah province.

He hailed the efforts of the UN and its Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, as well as the contributions of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen and donor countries in facilitating the successful unloading of the floating oil storage, averting an environmental and humanitarian catastrophe.

Grundberg briefed his host on the latest developments in Yemen with international, regional, and local parties.



Bahrain, Italy Stress Importance of Dialogue to Address Crises

This handout picture from the official Bahrain News Agency (BNA) shows Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa receiving Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Manama on January 27, 2025. (BNA/AFP)
This handout picture from the official Bahrain News Agency (BNA) shows Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa receiving Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Manama on January 27, 2025. (BNA/AFP)
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Bahrain, Italy Stress Importance of Dialogue to Address Crises

This handout picture from the official Bahrain News Agency (BNA) shows Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa receiving Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Manama on January 27, 2025. (BNA/AFP)
This handout picture from the official Bahrain News Agency (BNA) shows Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa receiving Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Manama on January 27, 2025. (BNA/AFP)

Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni held talks in Manama on Monday on regional and international developments.

Meloni had arrived in Bahrain on Monday on an official visit.

“The two sides underscored the importance of dialogue, diplomatic solutions, and cooperation in addressing crises and promoting global peace and stability,” said the Bahraini news agency, BNA.

The King held talks with Meloni and her accompanying delegation at Al Gudaibiya Palace in the presence of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

They reviewed the development of their strategic relations and discussed opportunities to boost cooperation, particularly in economic, trade, investment, and sustainable development sectors to serve mutual interests.

King Hamad emphasized Bahrain's interest in further strengthening ties with Italy and bolstering them to further achieve prosperity and benefit for their people.

He commended Italy's efforts and initiatives to reinforce international peace and stability and address global issues that foster cooperation and peace among nations.

The King and Meloni underscored the importance of dialogue, diplomatic solutions, and cooperation in addressing crises and promoting global peace and stability.

King Hamad further highlighted Bahrain's historical and cultural role in building bridges of communication, cooperation, and dialogue among various civilizations, cultures, and religions, promoting values of tolerance and coexistence for the benefit of humanity.

Upon her arrival at Bahrain International Airport, Meloni was welcomed by Foreign Minister Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Governor of Muharraq Governorate Salman bin Isa bin Hindi Al Mannai, Ambassador of Bahrain to Italy Osama Abdullah Al Absi, and Ambassador of Italy to Bahrain Andrea Catalano.