UAE, Israel foreign ministers discuss Gaza ceasefire efforts: Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed met with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar in Abu Dhabi to discuss strengthening ties and the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, according to a Foreign Ministry statement. The talks focused on efforts to restore a ceasefire, release the hostages, and avoid further regional escalation following the collapse of January’s truce and renewed Israeli strikes on Gaza. Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the UAE’s support for a two-state solution, the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza, and long-term regional stability.

UAE, Uzbekistan discuss deeper cooperation during climate forum visit: Energy and Infrastructure Minister Suhail Al Mazrouei met with Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to explore enhancing cooperation in renewable energy, transport, and logistics, state news agency Wam reports. Mazrouei also held talks with several Uzbek ministers on the sidelines of Samarkand International Climate Forum.

UAE and Guangzi Zhuang talk cooperation: UAE Economy Minister Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri and the chairman of China’s autonomous Guangxi Zhuang region Lan Tianli met to explore expanding economic cooperation between the UAE and China across sectors including e-commerce, logistics, renewable energy, and tourism, Wam reports.