UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India have held talks to explore opportunities to strengthen cooperation under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two countries.
The discussions took place during an official visit to the UAE by the Indian Prime Minister. Both sides affirmed their commitment to advancing their development partnership and expanding cooperation in support of prosperity for their peoples.
“The friendship between India and the UAE is incredibly strong! Our countries will continue to work together to build a better future for our planet,” Modi said via X.
Sheikh Mohamed and Modi reviewed progress in collaboration across a range of sectors central to both countries’ development priorities. These included the economy, investment, energy, space, food security, technology, and artificial intelligence.
“My brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and I discussed ways to deepen the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and deepen ties in sectors like trade, energy and more. Had excellent discussions with my brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Reiterated our strongest condemnation of the attacks on the UAE. Also appreciated my brother’s leadership, courage and wisdom, which have been evident throughout this period. Expressed gratitude for his care and concern for the Indian community in the UAE,” Modi said.
The two leaders exchanged views on a number of issues of mutual interest, with particular focus on developments in the Middle East and their implications for regional and international peace and security. The discussions also covered the impact of those developments on maritime security, energy supplies, and the global economy.
In a notable moment during the meeting, Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s condemnation of Iranian attacks on the UAE. Modi stated that the attacks targeted “civilians, civilian facilities and infrastructure” in the UAE, and described them as “a violation of sovereignty and international norms and laws.”
The meeting was attended by a number of senior UAE officials, including Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence; H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President; along with a number of ministers and officials.
“This UAE visit also saw the conclusion of key agreements across vital areas such as energy, defence, infrastructure, shipping and advanced technology, giving fresh impetus to the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. In another important development, UAE announced investments worth $5 billion in India. This will further deepen economic ties. Concluding a short but highly productive visit to the UAE. Held extensive discussions with my brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on ways to further deepen the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. I am confident that the outcomes of this visit will further strengthen our friendship and contribute to growth and prosperity,” Modi said via X.
The Indian Prime Minister was accompanied by a delegation that included ministers and officials.
