UAE enhances partnerships, signs key arrangements at URC in Rome

The United Arab Emirates reaffirmed its enduring commitment to Ukraine's recovery and to strategic international cooperation at the 2025 Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC) in Rome.

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The UAE delegation was led by Reem Bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation.

Co-hosted by the Governments of Italy and Ukraine, this year’s conference provided a vital platform to align global efforts in support of Ukraine's recovery, reconstruction, and long-term resilience. The UAE also welcomed Poland as the host of URC 2026, underscoring the importance of continuity in this collective endeavour.

In her address, Al Hashimy stated, “The UAE joined last year’s conference in Berlin with a strong sense of purpose, and we view this annual platform as a valuable space for continuity, cooperation, and support for global recovery efforts.”

On the sidelines of the conference, Al Hashimy met First Lady Olena Zelenska, where the UAE signed a new set of collaborative programmes with the Olena Zelenska Foundation. These initiatives will enhance psychosocial services, expand access to education, and create safe spaces for children affected by the conflict—underscoring the UAE's people-first approach to humanitarian action.