Mumbai, INDIA / Abu Dhabi, UAE- The United Arab Emirates and India have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening strategic relations and expanding cooperation across key sectors following an expanded meeting between H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, India’s Minister of External Affairs, in Mumbai.
The meeting took place during Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed’s working visit to India. Both sides discussed ways to build on the strong relationship between the two countries and explore new opportunities for cooperation that support economic growth and the development goals of both nations.
Economic cooperation, trade, investment, education, culture and heritage were among the key areas discussed. The talks were held within the framework of the UAE-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
Both countries are working to expand cooperation across different sectors and create further opportunities for businesses, investors and their people. The discussions also covered financial cooperation, energy and other areas that can support sustainable economic development.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed highlighted the UAE’s important trade relationship with India, describing the partnership as one built on longstanding friendship, mutual trust and shared interests. He also expressed the UAE’s commitment to making bilateral relations stronger, closer and more diversified.
The two ministers discussed cooperation through international organisations and preparations for the United Nations Water Conference 2026, which the UAE will host in December in partnership with Senegal. India’s participation in the global conference was also discussed.
The conference is expected to provide an important platform for countries to address water-related challenges and strengthen international cooperation on water issues.
The meeting also covered regional and international developments. Both sides exchanged views on matters of mutual concern and highlighted the importance of diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts peacefully and promote regional and international peace and stability.
During the meeting, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed expressed his pleasure at visiting India and Mumbai, acknowledging the city’s growth and India’s wider development.
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs—-WAM
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed highlighted the longstanding historical ties between the UAE and India and expressed pride in the friendship he shares with Dr. Jaishankar. He stressed that mutual trust and close relations between the two countries provide a strong foundation for further cooperation.
The ministers also discussed the importance of expanding cultural, educational and heritage exchanges to strengthen connections between their people.
The UAE and India have developed a broad partnership covering trade, investment, energy, education and cultural exchange. Their continued high-level engagement reflects a shared interest in building on existing achievements and exploring new areas of cooperation.
The meeting was attended by Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation; Abdulla Saif Al Nuaimi, UAE Ambassador to India; Abdullah Hussain Al Marzooqi, UAE Consul-General in Mumbai; and several Indian ministers and senior officials.
The expanded meeting represents another step in the UAE and India’s ongoing efforts to deepen their strategic partnership and strengthen cooperation on bilateral, regional and global issues.
Courtesy: Emirates News Agency (WAM), UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and India’s Ministry of External Affairs.
Source: Official UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs report and related coverage by WAM. Additional background on the bilateral relationship is available through India’s Ministry of External Affairs.
