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From Oil Reserves To $5 Billion Investment: PM Modi's UAE Visit Delivers Big Strategic Gains For India In 2.5 Hours
24htopnews | May 16, 2026 2:09 AM CST

PM Narendra Modi concluded a short but “highly productive” visit to Abu Dhabi, where he met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The leaders discussed strengthening the India–UAE strategic partnership across energy, trade, defence and tech. Several investment deals worth $5 billion and new cooperation agreements were announced, before MBZ warmly saw off Modi at the airport.

Abu Dhabi: In a special gesture, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan saw off Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the airport as he emplaned for Netherlands after concluding his flying visit to Abu Dhabi on Friday.

The two leaders shared a warm hug before PM Modi boarded the plane.

PM Modi expressed confidence that the outcomes of his "short but highly productive visit" to the country will further strengthen the friendship between the two nations and contribute to overall growth and prosperity.

"Concluding a short but highly productive visit to the UAE. Held extensive discussions with my brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on ways to further deepen the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. I am confident that the outcomes of this visit will further strengthen our friendship and contribute to growth and prosperity," PM Modi posted on X.


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