Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Visits UAE as Abraham Accords Mark Fifth Anniversary with Growing Momentum for Expansion
Haskel’s diplomatic mission, focused on “strengthening and deepening relations between Israel and the UAE, expanding cooperation in economic, political, and security spheres, and advancing the expansion of the Abraham Accords to additional countries,” reflects the continued vitality of the normalization process despite regional challenges.
Renewed Expansion Momentum
U.S. administration officials have repeatedly expressed optimism that new countries will soon join the Abraham Accords framework, citing ongoing diplomatic engagement and the proven success of existing partnerships. The Trump administration’s commitment to expanding the accords represents a cornerstone of its Middle East peace strategy.
The Abraham Accords have fundamentally reshaped Middle East dynamics, creating unprecedented cooperation between Israel and Arab nations. The agreements, originally signed with the UAE, Bahrain, and Morocco in 2020, have generated substantial economic, cultural, and security partnerships that continue to flourish.
The establishment of the Negev Forum represents a particularly significant achievement, bringing together Israel, UAE, Bahrain, Morocco, Egypt, and the United States in a groundbreaking regional cooperation platform. This forum has facilitated regular high-level dialogue and practical collaboration across multiple sectors.
The accords have created deep personal and business relationships that continue to thrive. As documented in recent testimonials, individuals from across the Arab world are building meaningful connections with Israelis, creating what observers call “genuine people-to-people peace.”
These grassroots connections represent the accords’ most enduring legacy, creating networks of cooperation that transcend political fluctuations and provide a foundation for continued regional stability and prosperity.
The free trade agreement between Israel and the UAE has catalyzed significant economic integration, with bilateral trade reaching billions of dollars annually. Technology transfer, joint ventures, and investment flows have created mutual prosperity and deeper interdependence between signatory nations.
Key sectors including agriculture, technology, healthcare, and renewable energy have seen particularly robust cooperation, with Israeli innovations finding ready markets in Arab nations while Arab investment and partnerships provide scale for Israeli companies.
The European Leadership Network conference, where Haskel will deliver the keynote address on Abraham Accords expansion, reflects international recognition of the framework’s success and potential for growth. European engagement demonstrates the global significance of Middle East normalization efforts.
Diplomatic sources indicate that several countries are actively considering joining the Abraham Accords framework, encouraged by the demonstrated benefits enjoyed by current signatories. The Trump administration’s strong support for expansion provides crucial diplomatic momentum for these efforts.
The Abraham Accords have proven their strategic value by creating new regional security cooperation mechanisms, facilitating intelligence sharing, and establishing diplomatic channels that enhance regional stability. These security partnerships have become increasingly valuable in addressing shared regional challenges.
The accords have also demonstrated that Arab-Israeli cooperation can coexist with ongoing efforts to resolve the Palestinian issue, creating a model for gradual regional integration while maintaining space for future Palestinian participation when conditions allow.
Haskel’s visit represents part of sustained diplomatic efforts to maintain and expand the normalization framework. The continued high-level engagement between Israel and UAE leadership demonstrates the institutional depth of the relationship beyond individual political circumstances.
The fifth anniversary milestone provides an opportunity to showcase achievements while building momentum for future expansion. With U.S. administration support and proven track record of success, the Abraham Accords are well-positioned for continued growth and regional impact.
As Deputy Foreign Minister Haskel’s visit demonstrates, the Abraham Accords continue to generate meaningful diplomatic engagement and practical cooperation. The framework’s resilience through regional challenges and its growing international recognition position it as a cornerstone of Middle East stability and prosperity.
The fifth anniversary marks not just past achievements but future possibilities, with the proven success of existing partnerships providing a compelling model for additional countries considering normalization with Israel. The continued strength of these relationships offers hope for broader Middle East peace and cooperation.
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