New Delhi: United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will arrive in India on Monday for an official visit. This will be his third visit to India since assuming office as UAE President and his fifth visit to the country over the past decade.
According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the visit reflects the strong momentum in bilateral relations following recent high-level engagements. These include the visit of Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in September 2024, and the visit of UAE Deputy Prime Minister, Defence Minister, and Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in April 2025.
In its statement, the MEA noted that India and the UAE share warm, close, and multifaceted ties rooted in strong political, cultural, and economic linkages. Both countries are among each other’s leading trading and investment partners, supported by frameworks such as the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), the Local Currency Settlement (LCS) system, and the Bilateral Investment Treaty. The partnership also includes robust cooperation in the energy sector, with long-term supply arrangements in place.
The MEA said the visit will offer an opportunity for the two leaders to explore new avenues under the India–UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and exchange views on regional and global issues of shared interest, where both countries enjoy a high degree of convergence.
In December last year, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar co-chaired the 16th Joint Commission Meeting and the 5th Strategic Dialogue with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi. The discussions reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral ties and identified future priorities.
In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar stated that deeper India–UAE cooperation in today’s global environment advances shared interests and contributes to regional and global stability.
During the dialogue, Jaishankar highlighted the significant growth in bilateral trade, investment, fintech, and digital connectivity following the implementation of CEPA and the Bilateral Investment Treaty. He also underscored the potential for enhanced connectivity and logistics cooperation, including through initiatives such as the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC).
The External Affairs Minister further emphasized the expansion of energy cooperation, including civil nuclear collaboration, along with strengthening education, cultural exchanges, and defence and security ties.
In July last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during a telephone conversation, the MEA said. The two leaders positively reviewed progress across multiple sectors and stressed the importance of further strengthening cooperation for the mutual benefit of both nations.
During the call, the UAE President congratulated Prime Minister Modi on becoming the second longest-serving Prime Minister in India’s history and wished him continued success. Prime Minister Modi thanked Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed for his warm wishes and his affection for the people of India.
Both leaders also discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral ties to promote sustainable development and shared prosperity, reaffirming their shared vision for advancing cooperation between India and the UAE.
With inputs from IANS