Jaishankar Meets UAE Deputy PM to Discuss Bilateral and Global Ties

S. Jaishankar meets UAE Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi to discuss bilateral cooperation, trade, investment and global developments under the countries’ strategic partnership.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met United Arab Emirates (UAE) Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi, to discuss bilateral relations and global developments. The meeting focused on advancing cooperation under the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Following the meeting, Jaishankar described the discussions as warm and productive, stating that both sides exchanged perspectives on bilateral and global issues. The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the two leaders reviewed progress in cooperation across several sectors, including the economy, trade and investment, as well as areas linked to the development priorities of both countries. They also discussed the evolving regional situation.

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Jaishankar’s visit to the UAE from October 14 to 16 includes engagements aimed at reviewing the progress of bilateral ties and strengthening cooperation between the two countries. India and the UAE have expanded their partnership across economic, energy, defence, security and other strategic areas. The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, which came into force in May 2022, provides a framework for expanding trade and economic engagement.

During the visit, Jaishankar also joined Sheikh Abdullah for the Middle East session of the Raisina Dialogue in Abu Dhabi, titled “The World Ahead: Power, Purpose & Possibility.” In the discussion, he highlighted the accelerating pace of change in the global order, noting that countries are exploring new partnerships and alternatives in response to shifting international circumstances.

Jaishankar also called for urgent reform of multilateral institutions and said stronger cooperation among smaller groups of countries could support that process. He cited the India-UAE partnership as an example of how countries can respond to changes in the international environment.

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The meeting underscores continued high-level engagement between India and the UAE as both countries seek to deepen economic cooperation, coordinate on regional developments and strengthen their strategic partnership.