UAE Top Diplomat Meets Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi

NEW DELHI, Dec 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, met today with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the start of the UAE diplomat’s official visit to New Delhi. The visit includes participation in the India-UAE Joint Commission Meeting and the Fourth UAE-India Strategic Dialogue.

During the meeting, Sheikh Abdullah conveyed greetings from UAE President H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai; and H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court. Prime Minister Modi reciprocated, extending his best wishes for the UAE's continued growth and success.

Sheikh Abdullah expressed pride in the deep-rooted and growing relations between the UAE and India, describing their partnership as a unique model of privileged ties founded on trust, mutual respect, and shared interests. Over the past 50 years, the relationship has evolved into a comprehensive collaboration contributing to sustainable development and prosperity for both nations, he said.

Highlighting the significance of the Joint Commission Meeting and the Strategic Dialogue, Sheikh Abdullah reaffirmed both nations' commitment to strengthening their strategic partnership and advancing their developmental priorities.

The discussions also addressed the enduring friendship and comprehensive strategic partnership between the UAE and India, reflecting a shared vision for mutual progress. Sheikh Abdullah expressed his delight at visiting India and extended his best wishes for the continued prosperity of its people.

The meeting was attended by senior UAE officials, including Reem Al Hashemi, Minister of State for International Cooperation; Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy; Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State; Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE; Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs; Saeed Mubarak Al Hajri, Assistant Minister for Economic and Trade Affairs; and Dr. Abdul Nasser Al Shaali, UAE Ambassador to India.