US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau welcomed UAE Assistant Foreign Minister Lana Nusseibeh to the Department of State today, June 9, 2025. The meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss key areas of cooperation between the two nations.
During their conversation, Deputy Secretary Landau and Assistant Foreign Minister Nusseibeh commended President Trump's historic visit to the United Arab Emirates in 2017 as a significant milestone in the bilateral relationship, covering trade, artificial intelligence, technology, and energy. They also touched upon security, stability, and prosperity in the Middle East, as well as efforts to end the conflict in Sudan.
The meeting between the two officials marked an opportunity for both sides to engage on pressing global issues and explore ways to enhance their partnership. The US Department of State views this visit as a positive step towards fostering greater cooperation and understanding between the United States and the UAE.
As part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations, Deputy Secretary Landau and Assistant Foreign Minister Nusseibeh agreed to continue working together on key issues, including those related to trade, technology, and regional security. The US government looks forward to building on this momentum and exploring new avenues for cooperation in the future.