New US President Joe Biden has announced a temporary halt to arms sales to Saudi Arabia and UAE.
Furthermore, The arms deal reached under the former president is being reviewed, the foreign secretary said. New US President Joe Biden has suspended arms sales to Saudi Arabia and UAE (United Arab Emirates) until a review of an arms deal reached under former President Donald Trump.
During his first press briefing yesterday, Foreign Secretary Anthony Blanken said that the arms deal reached under former President Donald Trump was being reviewed to ensure that the deal we were considering was being considered. It furthers our strategic goals and foreign policy.
Meanwhile, the UAE embassy in Washington reacted in a tweet to the arms embargo, saying the UAE would wait for a review of the current policy by the new US administration, especially on the F-35. The package is more important than military equipment.
“As in previous transitions, the UAE anticipated a review of current policies by the new administration.
Specifically, the F-35 package is much more then selling military hardware to a partner. (3/7)
— UAE Embassy US (@UAEEmbassyUS) January 27, 2021
“Welcoming joint efforts to de-escalate tensions and for renewed regional dialogue, the UAE will work closely with the Biden Administration on a comprehensive approach to Middle East peace and stability. (2/7)
— UAE Embassy US (@UAEEmbassyUS) January 27, 2021
Follow this thread for Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba’s response to the announcement that the US will review F-35 sale to the UAE. (1/7)
— UAE Embassy US (@UAEEmbassyUS) January 27, 2021
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Furthermore, in May 2019, former US President Donald Trump approved 8 billion worth of weapons to Saudi Arabia. In addition. the United Arab Emirates, and Jordan, despite opposition from Congress due to tensions with Iran. The United Arab Emirates has approved the sale of 32 billion worth of weapons, including F-35 fighter jets and drones.
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