UAE presidential foreign adviser Anwar Gargash said the UAE is developing alternative energy export and trade routes to insulate itself from any conflict with Iran, and that its energy exports and economic activity will not be held hostage. He added restoring normal relations with Iran is possible and necessary, but rebuilding trust is another matter.

2026-09-07

UAE presidential foreign adviser Anwar Gargash said the UAE is developing alternative energy export and trade routes to insulate itself from any conflict with Iran, and that its energy exports and economic activity will not be held hostage. He added restoring normal relations with Iran is possible and necessary, but rebuilding trust is another matter.