India and UAE Strengthen Strategic Dialogue

On 13th December, 2024, External Affairs Minister and UAE Foreign Minister co-chaired the 15th India-UAE Joint Commission Meeting in New Delhi.

Key Points

Strategic Dialogue: The two leaders co-chaired the 4th India-UAE Strategic Dialogue in New Delhi yesterday, emphasizing its role as a platform to translate leadership vision into actionable outcomes.
Strengthening Strategic Partnership: The visit reinforces the multifaceted Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and the UAE, as highlighted by the Ministry of External Affairs.
Historical Trade Links: India and the UAE share centuries-old trade ties. In 2022-2023, the UAE ranked as India’s 4th largest FDI investor.
Major Infrastructure Investments: The UAE has committed to investing $75 billion in India’s infrastructure sector over time, further boosting bilateral economic ties.
People-to-People Connection: Over 3.5 million Indians reside in the UAE, creating strong cultural and social bonds. Emiratis are familiar with Indian culture through cinema, TV, and radio, which enjoy significant viewership.
Significance of the Visit: The engagement aims to enhance cooperation in key areas and deepen the strategic partnership between the two nations.