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UAE President Eyes Deeper Ties in India Visit
19 Jan
Summary
- UAE President's visit aims to enhance strategic partnership.
- Bilateral trade surpassed $100 billion in FY2024-25.
- Discussions to cover trade, defense, energy, and regional stability.
United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan commenced an official visit to India on Monday, January 19, 2026, with the primary objective of deepening the already strong strategic alliance between the two nations. This high-level engagement seeks to explore new avenues for collaboration across various sectors critical to both economies.
The agenda for the discussions includes a significant focus on trade and investment, alongside crucial areas like defense industry cooperation and joint energy initiatives. Bilateral trade between India and the UAE has seen remarkable growth, crossing $100 billion in FY2024-25, underscoring the economic dynamism spurred by the 2022 Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
Beyond economic ties, the leaders are also expected to deliberate on the current geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. This visit builds upon recent high-level interactions and reinforces the close political, cultural, and economic bonds shared by India and the UAE, positioning them as key partners in regional and global affairs.
