TIMES OF ISRAEL
An Emirati perspective on the UAE-Israel peace agreement
by Lea Suissa
October 19, 2020

…The UAE pursues the interests of its people in all circumstances. It views the normalization of the UAE’s relationship with Israel as a breakthrough that will open significant opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships in the economy, trade, health, technology, and education. The two countries have immense potential, capabilities, and ambitions, and the peace agreement demonstrates the UAE’s confidence in its policies even if some detractors see otherwise. The nation’s long-term interest is the sole guiding principle of UAE leadership’s decisions. The youth, who constitute a majority of the region’s population, aspire for development and jobs. READ MORE