# Gulf nations maritime security and diplomacy at UNGA > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gulf-nations-maritime-security-and-diplomacy-at-unga > Updated: 2026-09-28T17:28:45.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. During the United Nations General Assembly, several nations, including India, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, raised concerns regarding maritime security and the protection of international trade routes. Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and officials from Oman and Saudi Arabia emphasized the need to protect commercial vessels and crews from attacks, noting that regional warfare has threatened trade through the Strait of Hormuz. These leaders linked maritime stability directly to global energy security and the uninterrupted flow of supply chains. Complementing these calls for security, the UAE Minister of State Khalifa Shaheen Al-Marar advocated for diplomacy, dialogue, and mediation to resolve conflicts. He specifically highlighted the importance of respecting state sovereignty and international law, while addressing the occupation of the Emirati islands by Iran and calling for peaceful settlements through negotiation or the International Court of Justice. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-28: UAE calls for diplomacy and maritime security at UN General Assembly At the UN General Assembly, the UAE called for diplomatic solutions to global conflicts, addressed the Iranian occupation of three Emirati islands, and highlighted its mediation role in the Ukraine conflict. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uae-calls-for-diplomacy-and-maritime-security-at-un-general-assembly ### 2026-09-27: India and Gulf nations urge maritime security at UNGA At the UN General Assembly, India and several Gulf nations called for enhanced maritime security to protect global trade, energy supplies, and crews from regional conflicts and disruptions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-and-gulf-nations-urge-maritime-security-at-unga --- Cite as: Gulf nations maritime security and diplomacy at UNGA. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/gulf-nations-maritime-security-and-diplomacy-at-unga