UAE’s Powerful Presence at UNGA80

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahayan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, will lead the United Arab Emirates’ delegation at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 80). It will be held in New York from September 22 to 29, 2025.

The delegation of the UAE will engage in discussions with member states. It includes UN officials and relevant partners. The main objective of the discussions is to find a solution to the pressing global challenges and strengthening collective action, particularly to address threats to international peace and security.

The UAE’s priorities at this session reflect its unwavering approach. It is aimed at strengthening multilateral action. These include reforming the United Nations. It is done to enhance its efficiency and effectiveness, advancing humanitarian action, conflict resolution, and peaceful coexistence, encouraging women’s empowerment in international peace and security. It is also done for sustainable development and fostering international collaboration. Climate change and water-related challenges can be addressed in a similar manner.
On this occasion, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan highlighted the crucial role of international cooperation in delivering lasting solutions to today’s pressing challenges. He also reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to supporting collective efforts to build a more peaceful, sustainable, and inclusive world.

His Highness reaffirmed the UAE’s strong alignment with the objectives of the UN80 initiative. He emphasized the country’s dedication to supporting an efficient United Nations that delivers on its core purposes under the UN Charter. He also reiterated that his country stands as an advocate for the principles of international law.

“As we look to the next eight decades, the work ahead will require a UN that is more resilient, efficient, effective -one that leads collective action, unites global efforts, and transforms today’s challenges into opportunities for a better world for generations to come,” His Highness said.

The UAE delegation will also take part in several high-level meetings, including the Two-State Solution Conference, the UN Secretary-General’s Climate, the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women, and the launch of the Global Dialogue on AI Governance.
His Excellency Ambassador Mohamed Abushahab, Permanent Representative of the United Arab Emirates to the United Nations, said: “The UAE’s priorities at this session of the General Assembly are guided by a clear vision: We believe that effective multilateralism is the essential framework for addressing the interconnected crises facing the world.”
He added: “The UN General Assembly serves as a pivotal platform to address the urgent threats facing international peace and security as well as the challenges hindering progress on the Sustainable Development Goals. In this context, strengthening multilateralism and upholding the principles of the UN Charter are not optional, but essential to building a safer, fairer, and more prosperous future for all.”
His Excellency further highlighted the UAE’s commitment to advancing shared solutions to global challenges as a cornerstone of its diplomatic approach.
Furthermore, the UAE delegation to UNGA80 includes: H.E. Dr. Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President; H.E. Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation; H.E. Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Special Envoy for Climate Change; H.E. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade; H.E. Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment; H.E. Sana Suhail, Minister of Family; H.E. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State; H.E. Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State; H.E. Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, Minister of State; and H.E. Saeed Mubarak Al Hajeri, Minister of State.