His Highness Sheikh Abdullah met with H.R.H. Prince Abdul Mateen, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Brunei Darussalam; Iruthisham Adam, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives; and Shishir Khanal, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Nepal.

The meetings discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation across several sectors, including the economy, trade, investment, culture, tourism, energy and artificial intelligence, in a manner that serves mutual interests and supports development and prosperity.

The meetings also addressed a number of issues of common interest on the agenda of the UN General Assembly, while the sides exchanged views on the latest regional and international developments.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to strengthening its international partnerships and advancing frameworks for constructive and productive cooperation in support of sustainable development, security, stability and economic prosperity.

The meetings also discussed preparations for the 2026 United Nations Water Conference, to be co-hosted by the UAE and Senegal from 8th to 10th December. Discussions highlighted the need to enhance international cooperation and collective action to tackle global water challenges and promote the sustainable management of water resources.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah also met with Tom Fletcher, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, and discussed with him regional and international developments, ways to enhance cooperation and coordination in the humanitarian field, and the importance of supporting international efforts to strengthen humanitarian response and mitigate the impact of crises.

The meetings were attended by Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation; Lana Nusseibeh, Minister of State; Saeed Al Hajeri, Minister of State; and Ambassador Mohamed Abushahab, Permanent Representative of the UAE to the United Nations.