UAE welcomes announcement of peace agreement between Azerbaijan, Armenia

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the announcement of the historic peace agreement between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Armenia, commending this step as a significant diplomatic milestone representing the success of dialogue and reinforcing the principles of good neighbourliness and peaceful coexistence.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, says, "With the announcement of the historic peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, I extend my sincere congratulations to President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan, and the peoples of both countries, and I commend the essential role of US President Donald Trump in facilitating these talks. Working alongside its international partners, the UAE stands committed to strengthening dialogue and diplomacy in service of global peace, stability, and prosperity for all."

Ahmed Al Sayegh, Minister of State, praised the wisdom of Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and Nikol Pashinyan, Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia, and their aspirations to achieve peace.

Al Sayegh considered the agreement a reflection of the strong determination and unwavering commitment of both parties to peaceful solutions and dialogue, underscoring the importance of collective action in addressing regional issues and resolving disputes through diplomatic means.

Al Sayegh commended the unwavering endeavours of U.S. President Donald Trump in facilitating this positive and constructive achievement. He reiterated the UAE’s commitment to strengthening bridges of partnership and dialogue, and its support for any efforts that contribute to enhancing security and peace in the Caucasus region.

Al Sayegh underscored the UAE’s deep-rooted relations with the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan, emphasising the UAE’s belief in the importance of initiating a new period of constructive cooperation between the two nations to achieve growth and prosperity for both peoples, and to advance development in the region.