US Secretary Marco Rubio meets UAE President, reaffirms US commitment to Gulf security

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met the President of the United Arab Emirates during his visit to Abu Dhabi, where he reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to the Gulf nation’s security, according to officials.

The meeting comes as Rubio continues a regional tour aimed at strengthening ties with key Gulf allies and addressing concerns over recent geopolitical developments in West Asia, including evolving security arrangements following tensions involving Iran.

During discussions, Rubio and UAE leadership reviewed regional security challenges and broader strategic cooperation between the two countries. The US side underscored its continued commitment to ensuring stability in the Gulf region and safeguarding partner nations from external threats.

The UAE remains a key strategic ally of the United States in the Middle East, with cooperation spanning defence, intelligence sharing, energy security, and counterterrorism. The meeting is also seen as part of Washington’s effort to reassure Gulf partners amid shifting regional dynamics.

Rubio’s visit includes engagements with other Gulf leaders, with a focus on maintaining coordinated responses to security challenges and reinforcing long-standing defence partnerships.

Further details of the discussions were not immediately disclosed.