The President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, attended the 16th BRICS Summit on Wednesday, marking the UAE’s first participation as a full member of the influential international group. The summit, hosted in the Russian city of Kazan, was inaugurated by Russian President Vladimir Putin and focused on the theme “Strengthening Multilateralism for Equitable Global Development and Security.”
This year’s BRICS Summit, chaired by Russia, brings together leaders from the BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa), along with representatives from invited countries and international organizations. The discussions at the summit are centered on enhancing global cooperation and addressing key international challenges.
UAE’s First Participation as Full Member – BRICS
For the UAE, this participation signifies a major step in its growing international role. Upon his arrival at the Kazan Expo International Exhibition Centre, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed joined fellow leaders for an official group photo, symbolizing the UAE’s deepened involvement in global diplomacy and cooperation within the BRICS framework.
In his remarks at the event, Sheikh Mohamed emphasized the UAE’s commitment to multilateralism, stating, “The UAE supports multilateral cooperation that fosters peace and development while strengthening collective action to address global challenges.”
Strengthening Global Cooperation
The summit presents a valuable platform for the UAE to expand its global partnerships and engage in critical discussions on global economic development, security, and multilateral efforts. The UAE’s involvement aligns with the nation’s strategic goals of promoting peace, stability, and sustainable development on the international stage.
As a new full member of BRICS, the UAE aims to contribute to the bloc’s initiatives in fostering equitable development and security across regions, and Sheikh Mohamed’s participation signals the country’s readiness to take an active role in shaping future international cooperation efforts.
