<P> Saudi Arabia--United Arab Emirates relations refers to the current and historical relationship between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates . Saudi Arabia maintains an embassy in Abu Dhabi and a consulate in Dubai while the U.A.E. has an embassy in Riyadh and consulate in Jeddah . Both countries are neighbours and as part of the Middle East and Persian Gulf region, share extensive political and cultural ties . </P> <P> The two countries are also known for being close allies in terms of foreign policy and geopolitical interests, collaborating closely during the 2017--18 Qatar diplomatic crisis and backing anti-Muslim Brotherhood governments in Libya and Egypt . </P> <P> However, the UAE and Saudi Arabia continue to take somewhat differing stances on regional conflicts such the Yemeni Civil War, where the UAE opposes Al - Islah, and supports the Southern Movement, which has fought against Saudi - backed forces, and the Syrian Civil War, where the UAE has disagreed with Saudi support for Islamist movements . </P> <P> Relations have strengthened with the rise of Mohammed bin Salman in Saudi Arabia, with Emirati leader Mohammed bin Zayed aiding his ascension and serving as a "mentor" to the younger prince . </P>

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