Anwar Gargash: Dialogue with Iran a strategic necessity, not a concession
Dubai: Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, has said dialogue with Iran is a strategic necessity rather than a concession, warning that Tehran must rebuild shattered trust through concrete actions, respect for sovereignty and verifiable changes in its behaviour, while firmly rejecting any attempt to impose Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking at the opening of…
Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, Dr Anwar Gargash, emphasized in his remarks at the opening of the 13th Abu Dhabi Strategic Debate that dialogue with Iran is a strategic imperative, rather than a concession. He stressed that rebuilding trust necessitates tangible actions, respect for sovereignty, and verifiable changes in Iranian behavior.
Gargash firmly rejected Iran's attempts to exert control over the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that the UAE remains committed to established navigation rights and freedom of passage. He highlighted the UAE's resilience under President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who he credited for steering the nation through an unprecedented crisis with wisdom and decisiveness.
Gargash stressed that regional security rests on a nation's capacity to defend itself, supported by robust international partnerships. He affirmed that deterrence and diplomacy are complementary aspects of regional security, rather than opposing forces. Gargash acknowledged the need for the UAE to adapt to shifting international dynamics, emphasizing the importance of diversification to safeguard its economic future.
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