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UAE strongman Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed named new president Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com - Summary - Companies - MbZ becomes president at a time of tension with U.S. - He led a Middle East realignment, forging ties with Israel - UAE has also deepened ties with Russia and China - Economic development a priority driving foreign policy DUBAI, May 14 (Reuters) - The United Arab Emirates' de facto leader Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan was elected president of the Gulf Arab state by a federal supreme council on Saturday, solidifying his rule over the OPEC oil producer and key regional player. read more He becomes president at a time when the UAE's long-standing ties with the United States have been strained over perceived U.S. disengagement from …
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