Stronger ties mark first anniversary of Abraham Accords
Importance of people-to-people engagement stressed
The Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) and American Jewish Committee (AJC) hosted a virtual session to mark the first anniversary of the signing of the Abraham Accords, as part of an educational cooperation that aims to explore the multidimensional components of emerging EmiratiIsraeli relations.
During the one-hour session, the panellists emphasised that promoting peopleto-people engagement and business cooperation are key to establishing comprehensive and enduring peace in the region. By building longterm relationships, based on mutual benefits and shared values, the Abraham Accords can create a brighter future for all peoples of the Middle East.
‘Dialogue and diplomacy’
Bernardino Leon, the Director-General of AGDA, moderated the discussion between Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar, UAE Minister of State; Alon Ushpiz, Director-General of Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Jason Isaacson, AJC Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer.
Al Marar said: “The Abraham Accords with Israel were signed with the objective that diplomacy and improved communication would promote greater stability and prosperity and cooperation in our region. Today, one year later, those shared goals have been realised and we are building a brighter future together and expanding opportunities for our people.”