In brief
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hosted Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr. in Abu Dhabi to discuss bilateral cooperation in development, renewable energy, and climate action. Both leaders highlighted the upcoming 2026 UN Water Conference, underscoring water‑sustainability solutions. They also reaffirmed commitment to strengthening ties through the Pacific Islands Forum and other international partners.
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed President Surangel Whipps Jr. of Palau in Abu Dhabi on November 5, 2026, for a working visit aimed at boosting cooperation between the two nations.
The leaders discussed opportunities to deepen ties in the areas of development, the economy, renewable energy, sustainability and the environment. They stressed a common goal of supporting each country’s priorities for prosperity and long‑term growth.
Both officials highlighted the 2026 UN Water Conference, which the UAE will host in December. They underlined the conference’s importance for creating innovative solutions to water challenges and preserving the world’s water resources.
They also talked about working with the UAE’s Strategic Partner role in the Pacific Islands Forum. This partnership, they said, would help strengthen bilateral relations with Palau, address climate‑change impacts, expand renewable‑energy projects and protect marine ecosystems and water supplies.
The meeting was attended by H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs; H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President; along with several ministers and officials.
