WAM- On the occasion of the official visit by the President of the UAE, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to Cyprus, both countries issued a joint statement highlighting that this visit marks a "historic milestone" and showcases the strategic depth of Cyprus-UAE relations.

The statement added that the visit reaffirms "the mutual commitment to further elevating this strategic partnership, within the context of an ambitious, forward-looking agenda across key sectors, with a primary focus on trade, investments, energy cooperation, and interconnectivity."

The Presidents welcomed the strong cooperation between both countries, and concluded to develop a Joint Action Plan further enhancing bilateral cooperation and supporting the implementation of new projects, under the supervision of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates.

To advance this cooperation, they warmly welcomed the high-level official business delegation from the UAE, as well as the Cyprus-UAE Business Roundtable, promoting strategic trade and investment opportunities.

The two sides agreed on a set of aligned priorities aimed at further enhancing and deepening EU-UAE relations.

Cyprus and the UAE expressed their strong commitment to the resumption of UN-facilitated efforts to achieve a comprehensive and lasting settlement to the Cyprus question, on the basis of a bizonal, bicommunal federation with political equality in accordance with the agreed UN framework and the relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions. The UAE underlined the importance of the independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and unity of the Republic of Cyprus.

Cyprus reaffirmed its principled support for the sovereignty of the United Arab Emirates, especially as regards its three islands, Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb, and Abu Musa.

Both leaders recognized the Amalthea Cyprus Maritime Corridor, established through close UAE-Cyprus cooperation, as a crucial and complementary humanitarian lifeline for the Palestinian people in Gaza. They agreed to maintain close cooperation with international and regional partners in line with the UN2720 coordinated mechanism, to sustain and expand the corridor’s operations in support of the next phase of President Trump’s Comprehensive Peace Plan to End the Gaza Conflict.

The Presidents welcomed the adoption of UN Security Council resolution 2803 and emphasized the importance of all parties adhering to the ceasefire in order to alleviate humanitarian suffering and support conditions conducive to lasting peace.

The leaders also reiterated their shared commitment to achieving a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace based on the two-State solution, leading to the establishment of a sovereign, independent, and viable Palestinian State, based on the 4th June 1967 lines, in accordance with relevant United Nations resolutions and international law.

The leaders underscored their rejection of any attempts to expel the Palestinian people from their land and stressed the necessity of full adherence to President Trump’s Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict, including its provisions on the Rafah Crossing.

The Presidents expressed their concern over the spread of extremism and extremist ideologies that fuel terrorism and lead to conflict and are committed to addressing hate speech, extremism, and racism by promoting tolerance and interreligious and intercultural dialogue, in line with the provisions of UN Security Council Resolution 2686.

The two leaders emphasized the urgent need for a humanitarian truce in Sudan to alleviate civilian suffering. They reaffirmed the importance of immediate de-escalation, protection of civilians, and of rapid and unhindered humanitarian access throughout Sudan, and stressed the importance of ensuring accountability for crimes committed.

The Presidents also discussed the war in Ukraine and reaffirmed their unwavering support for a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace, based on respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the principles of the United Nations Charter. The two sides emphasized the importance of humanitarian assistance and recognized both the UAE’s and Cyprus’s active roles in promoting dialogue and contributing to relief efforts.