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UAE takes part in G20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Indonesia

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
  • The G20 foreign ministers meeting is keen to tackle global challenges to achieve stability and prosperity
  • Such meetings help in promoting international cooperation to achieve sustainable development goals

UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan took part in the Group of 20 (G20) Foreign Ministers’ meeting held in Bali, Indonesia, on July 7-8.

Sheikh Abdullah said that the UAE, under the leadership of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is keen to push forward G20’s efforts to tackle global challenges to achieve stability and prosperity.

He praised Indonesia’s efforts in efficiently organizing the G20 Foreign Ministers’ meetings which underscores the country’s excellence in hosting major global events and forums.

By organizing such meetings Indonesia is helping in promoting international cooperation to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs) globally.

Sheikh Abdullah expressed his appreciation for the efforts made by countries participating in the G20 meetings. Their participation showcases their commitment to join hands in shaping a brighter future based on constructive international cooperation in facing pressing challenges.

He stressed on UAE’s support for Indonesia’s efforts that aim to further build on and add to the achievements of the G20.

The meeting discussed Indonesia’s plan to achieve tangible and effective cooperation within the G20, especially since the country chose this year’s theme to be “Recover Together, Recover Stronger” to promote further cooperation in tackling global challenges.

Indonesia has already announced its top three priority issues for the upcoming G20 summit to be held in October 2022.

The three priority issues are Global Health Architecture, Sustainable Energy Transition and Digital Transformation.

The UAE is taking part in the G20 meeting after receiving an invitation from Indonesia, a participation that is subject to the oversight of the G20 Steering Committee.

The UAE’s participating delegation is headed by Sheikh Abdullah, with the membership of relevant UAE government entities. A technical committee has been formed to coordinate the efforts of national authorities involved in the G20.

The UAE is expected to participate in over 150 G20 meetings before the summit in October 2022.

The meeting was attended by Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State, and Dr Abdul Nasser Al Shaali, Assistant Minister for Economic and Trade Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.