- Sheikh Hamdan meets PM Modi during his first official India visit as Deputy PM and Defence Minister.
- Talks focused on innovation, defence, and economic cooperation.
- UAE and India reaffirm commitment to long-term partnership and global peace.
In his first official visit to India as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reinforce the deep-rooted strategic partnership between the UAE and India.
Beyond bilateral talks, Sheikh Hamdan engaged with India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to explore opportunities in co-production, defence innovation, and regional stability.
Future-Driven Diplomacy: UAE and India Deepen Cooperation in Key Sectors
Sheikh Hamdan’s official two-day visit to India was marked by a ceremonial welcome and high-level discussions that underscored the growing synergy between the two nations. His meeting with Prime Minister Modi emphasized shared priorities like innovation-led growth and a prosperous future shaped by mutual investment and opportunity.
A key focus of the visit was defence collaboration. Talks with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh opened new pathways for joint initiatives in co-production, defence technology, and regional peacekeeping efforts. This aligns with India and the UAE’s shared interest in ensuring long-term security and sustainable partnerships.
With the presence of influential UAE ministers and business leaders, including officials from Emirates Airline and DP World, the visit also had strong economic undertones. Topics ranged from trade enhancement to positioning the UAE as a global hub for Indian entrepreneurs and businesses seeking international expansion.
The role of the Indian diaspora, over 4 million strong in the UAE, was also acknowledged during the meetings. Their contribution continues to be a vital cultural and economic bridge between the two countries, reinforcing people-to-people connections alongside government-level cooperation.
Sheikh Hamdan’s visit sets a dynamic precedent for deeper, innovation-centric collaboration between India and the UAE, reinforcing a partnership that is future-ready and globally significant.
“Our conversations reaffirmed the strength of UAE–India ties which is built on trust, shaped by history and driven by a shared vision to create a future full of opportunity, innovation and lasting prosperity.” — Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed
