Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates

02/19/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/19/2026 00:46

Abdullah bin Zayed, New Zealand FM discuss strengthening cooperation, partnership ties

Abdullah bin Zayed, New Zealand FM discuss strengthening cooperation, partnership ties

Thu 19/2/2026
Minister News
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a telephone conversation with Winston Peters, Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand, during which they discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance cooperation across all fields.

The two top diplomats also explored opportunities to advance joint cooperation across various vital sectors within the framework of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership between the two countries, in a manner that supports their respective development priorities.

H.H. Sheikh Abdullah underscored the strength of relations between the United Arab Emirates and New Zealand, highlighting the mutual commitment to further developing these distinguished ties and building upon them to achieve greater progress and prosperity for the two friendly nations and their peoples.

H.H. Sheikh Abdullah and the New Zealand Foreign Minister also reviewed the latest regional and international developments, and exchanged views on issues of shared interest.
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