On January 29, 2026, UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan made an official visit to Moscow. Key areas of multifaceted Russian-UAE cooperation, the current situation in the Middle East, and other international issues were discussed.

Arab Authors on the Putin-Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Summit

Moscow is the UAE’s key partner in Eurasia

According to UAE Minister of Economy Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, the number of companies registered in his country by Russian nationals has grown to 13,500, with approximately 2,000 new licenses issued in 2025. The minister noted that Russia has a developed industrial base and expertise in various fields, which aligns with the UAE’s industrial priorities and the formation of strategic supply chains. He called Moscow a key partner for his country in the Eurasian region.

Sheikh’s visit and trilateral talks on Ukraine

Media responses emphasize the importance of the timing of this visit. It is generally considered to be marked by crises and increasing uncertainty on the global stage. Local analysts also point........

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