President Obama’s Conversation with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Commander of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al Nahyan

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                      April 13, 2010

Read-out of President Obama’s Conversation with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Commander of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al Nahyan

The President and the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Commander of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al Nahyan, discussed non-proliferation cooperation and important regional and bilateral issues during the opening dinner of the Nuclear Security Summit. They talked about the UAE’s strong commitment to non-proliferation, including the US-UAE Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy Agreement as well as close cooperation on port security.  They also spoke about the need for Iran to comply with UN Security Council and IAEA resolutions.  The two leaders covered other regional priorities including the need for Israelis and Palestinians to immediately begin proximity talks, leading to direct negotiations aimed at ending the conflict with a two-state solution.  In addition, they discussed the broadening cooperation between the U.S. and UAE in areas like energy, science, and entrepreneurship.  The President looks forward to hosting several Emiratis at the Washington Entrepreneurship Summit later this month. (Credit:  Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

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President Obama and King Abdullah of Jordan meet to discuss regional interests

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 12, 2010

Readout of the President’s Bilateral Meeting with King Abdullah II of Jordan

President Obama and King Abdullah met today for a bilateral meeting to reaffirm the U.S.-Jordanian partnership and discuss a wide range of issues of mutual interest.  The leaders exchanged ideas on ways to advance comprehensive peace in the Middle East, between both Israelis and Palestinians and Israelis and the larger Arab world.  During these discussions, both agreed that Israeli-Palestinian proximity talks should begin as soon as possible, and transition quickly to direct negotiations.  They also agreed that both sides should refrain from actions that undermine trust during these talks. 

President Obama and King Abdullah also discussed Iran's nuclear file.  President Obama stressed the importance of international efforts to pressure Iran to ensure that it upholds its international obligations, including through the imposition of sanctions.  Both leaders agreed on the importance of strengthening the Nuclear Non Proliferation Treaty and holding all signatories accountable to fulfill their treaty obligations.  Both leaders agreed on the importance of securing nuclear material to combat terrorism and agreed to continue cooperation in the area of preventing and detecting illicit trafficking. 

President Obama and King Abdullah also discussed the latest situation in Afghanistan and ways that Jordan could continue to contribute to international efforts to improve conditions on the ground for the Afghan people.  The recent election in Iraq and the current situation in Yemen were also part of their conversation, as well as the current global economic situation.  They also discussed enhancing cooperation in the fields of education, energy, science and entrepreneurship. 

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Biden meets with head of Abu Dhabi

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Vice President

For Immediate Release

April 12, 2010

READOUT OF THE VICE PRESIDENT’S MEETING WITH THE CROWN PRINCE OF ABU DHABI SHEIKH  MOHAMMED BIN ZAYED AL NAHYAN

The Vice President Joe Biden met today with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al Nahyan to discuss regional issues and bilateral cooperation on economic, diplomatic and security issues.  The Vice President thanked the Crown Prince for the UAE’s significant contributions in Afghanistan and they agreed to continue to support Yemen’s unity, stability, and economic and political reform.  They also discussed Iran’s nuclear program, Iraq, and the Middle East peace process.  The Vice President reiterated the United States’s steadfast commitment to Gulf security. 

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