UAE ISN'T JUST TALKING DIPLOMACY, IT IS LEADING

The country's political leadership is keen to ensure that planning for the future does not rely on statements or aspirations alone, but on a robust national strategic roadmap with clear milestones and objectives

- BY ABDULRAHMAN AL HADDADI | Special to Gulf News

In recent years, Middle East experts have observed the UAE's rise, not only as an economic powerhouse, but also as an important diplomatic actor able to engage all sides, conduct business across a wide spectrum, and maintain far-reaching peaceful relations.

The UAE's ability to lead extensive diplomatic efforts, helping to end the destructive war between Iran and Israel while also brokering a successful prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, raises a legitimate question: What are the UAE's objectives through these efforts?