Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a meeting with Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), to enhance the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and the UAE.
During the meeting, PM Modi conveyed his warm regards to the President of the UAE, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He expressed satisfaction with the frequent high-level visits between the two nations, noting particularly the visit of Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, to India in September 2024. This visit, according to the Prime Minister, marked a generational continuity in the relationship between the two countries.
The two leaders discussed ways to deepen cooperation in key areas such as technology, energy, and people-to-people exchanges. Prime Minister Modi emphasized the importance of the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEEC), describing it as a historic initiative aimed at fostering regional connectivity and prosperity.
In addition to bilateral matters, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed shared insights on the current situation in West Asia. Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to supporting long-term peace, stability, and security in the region.
The Prime Minister also expressed his gratitude to the UAE leadership for ensuring the welfare of the large and vibrant Indian community residing in the Emirates.
Earlier, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in New Delhi for the 4th India-UAE Strategic Dialogue. The discussions focused on enhancing the multifaceted partnership between the two nations.
Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal welcomed the UAE Foreign Minister’s visit, saying that it would further strengthen the comprehensive strategic ties between India and the UAE. In a post on X, Jaiswal wrote, “Warm welcome to HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy PM & FM of UAE @ABZayed as he arrives in New Delhi for the 4th Strategic Dialogue & the 15th India-UAE Joint Commission Meeting. His visit will further strengthen the multifaceted Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India & UAE”.