PM Narendra Modi Begins Five-Nation Tour with First Stop in Abu Dhabi
The visit is expected to produce agreements on LPG supplies and strategic petroleum reserves as India seeks greater protection from supply disruptions.
- On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the United Arab Emirates as two UAE Air Force F-16 Block 60 "Desert Falcon" fighter jets escorted Air India One into Abu Dhabi airspace.
- The rare military escort signaled deepening strategic ties amid regional instability, as Emirati officials stated the nation has faced more than 2,500 drone and missile attacks linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel.
- Modi described the UAE as his "second home," reflecting strong social ties, while Reem Al Hashimy praised him as a "true treasure," expressing confidence that bilateral cooperation would reach "new mountaintops" in technology and trade.
- India and the UAE signed agreements regarding strategic defence cooperation, petroleum reserves, and LPG supply; during talks with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Modi condemned recent attacks and offered India's support for peace efforts.
- Following this visit, the Prime Minister continues his tour to the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy, where discussions will focus on sustainable industrial transitions, emerging technologies, and supply chains alongside Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten.
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India, UAE agree on framework for strategic defence partnership during Modi visit
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F-16 fighter jets escort PM Narendra Modi's aircraft as it enters UAE's airspace
PM Narendra Modi began his five-nation tour with a visit to the UAE, where his aircraft received a fighter jet escort before landing. Modi later held talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on regional peace and strategic cooperation.
PM Modi’s aircraft welcomed in UAE airspace, F-16 fighter jets escort aircraft to Abu Dhabi
PM Modi began his five-nation tour with first stop in Abu Dhabi. He received warm welcome in UAE airspace as F-16 fighter jets flew alongside Prime Minister's plane to escort and honour the leader upon his arrival.
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