President Sheikh Mohamed spoke by phone with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday. Photo: Crown Prince Court / Reuters
President Sheikh Mohamed spoke by phone with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday. Photo: Crown Prince Court / Reuters
President Sheikh Mohamed spoke by phone with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday. Photo: Crown Prince Court / Reuters
President Sheikh Mohamed spoke by phone with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday. Photo: Crown Prince Court / Reuters

President Sheikh Mohamed and India's Modi explore ways to bolster ties


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President Sheikh Mohamed and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed efforts to strengthen ties under a strategic partnership in place between the nations in a phone call on Wednesday.

The two leaders spoke of their desire to promote sustainable development for their countries during the talks, state news agency Wam reported.

Sheikh Mohamed congratulated Mr Modi on becoming the second longest-serving prime minister in India's history.

Mr Modi, 74, came to power in May 2014 and won a third consecutive term following national elections in June 2024.

He has overtaken former prime minister Indira Gandhi, who served from January 1966 to March 1977.

India's longest-serving prime minister is Jawaharlal Nehru, who was in office from August 15, 1947, to May 27, 1964.

India and the UAE enjoy a deep-rooted friendship that dates back to the formation of the Emirates.

The UAE is home to more than 3.5 million Indians, the largest expatriate community in the country.

The UAE and India in April signed eight initial pacts across sectors from logistics to health care that are aimed at boosting economic ties.

The preliminary agreements also cover industries including infrastructure, higher education, maritime services, logistics and private sector engagement.

They were signed during the official visit to India by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence.

 

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Updated: July 30, 2025, 4:53 PM