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India’s Modi arrives in the UAE on his seventh trip to a nation that is home to millions of Indians

Flower petals are thrown to welcome the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, wearing a waistcoat, as he arrives with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Bishwa Sarma, to his right, to address a public rally in Guwahati, India, Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024. (AP Photo/Anupam Nath)

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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived Tuesday in the United Arab Emirates on his seventh trip to the nation, feted by tens of thousands of his countrymen ahead of elections back home in the coming months.

Modi was met on landing in Abu Dhabi by Emirati President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, a man he repeatedly has called his brother while working to bolster ties between the Arabian Peninsula nation that is home to millions of Indians. The two leaders walked past an honor guard before sitting down for their meeting, which saw bilateral agreements signed between the nations.

Modi lauded “our closeness and how we have moved forward in every field.”

He added: “Brother, it is also a matter of happiness that we are going to do (a) bilateral investment treaty. This is also going to have a long lasting impact.”

The two sides also discussed energy issues. India remains a key buyer of Emirati oil and now is looking at the possibility of long-term contracts for liquefied natural gas as well, a statement from the Indian delegation said.

“The UAE and India are united by our shared keenness to develop the bilateral strategic partnership to achieve further progress and build a better future for our peoples,” Sheikh Mohammed said on X, formerly Twitter.

Tuesday night, tens of thousands of Indians crowded into Zayed Sports City Stadium to see Modi. Only Indian nationals were being permitted to attend the event in Abu Dhabi, organizers said.

“You have created a new history in Abu Dhabi,” Modi said. “You have come from all corners of UAE, and different states of India, but the hearts of everyone are connected.”

Modi’s arrival came as Indian police on Tuesday used tear gas and detained some farmers who clashed with them and tried to break barricades, blocking their way to New Delhi to demand guaranteed crop prices . In 2021, farmers camped for months in the Indian capital after Modi withdrew controversial agriculture laws that had triggered the earlier protests .

The protests could pose a significant challenge for Modi and his governing Bharatiya Janata Party ahead of the coming elections in India, the world’s largest democracy. However, Modi is widely expected to win a third term.

Of the over 9 million people living in the UAE, India estimates more than 3.5 million are Indian expatriates, making them the largest national group of people in the country, outnumbering even Emirati citizens. While many are low-paid laborers, there are a growing number of white-collar professionals and multiple generations of Indian families.

Modi’s visit highlights the nations’ long-standing economic and historic ties, from spice selling and gold smuggling in the UAE’s formative years to tens of billions of dollars’ worth of annual bilateral trade today.

The countries signed a free trade deal in 2022 aimed at doubling their bilateral trade to $100 billion. The countries have agreed to allow India to settle some payments in rupees as opposed to dollars, lowering transaction costs.

The relationship also underscores the Emirates’ realpolitik foreign policy. The UAE has embraced Modi as Muslims in India increasingly come under attack by Hindu nationalist groups. Modi received the Emirates’ top civilian honor in 2019 even as he stripped statehood from the disputed Muslim-majority region of Kashmir .

Modi’s original visit to the Emirates in 2015 was the first by an Indian prime minister in 34 years.

Modi also will address the World Governments Summit in Dubai and inaugurate a new stone-carved Hindu temple near Abu Dhabi on Wednesday while in the UAE. He’ll then travel on to Qatar.

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PM Modi UAE Visit Highlights: India, UAE to start trade settlement in local currencies, says PM Modi in Abu Dhabi

Pm modi in uae news highlights: pm modi said that he hopes that bilateral trade between the two countries goes past the $100 billion-mark soon, as it currently stands at $85 billion..

PM Narendra Modi UAE Visit Highlights (July 15):  In a boost to bilateral trade and investments, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in Abu Dhabi today holding talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, announced that India and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to start trade settlement in local currencies. PM Modi said that he hopes that bilateral trade between the two countries goes past the $100 billion-mark soon, as it currently stands at $85 billion.

“The India-UAE comprehensive strategic partnership has been steadily strengthening and the Prime Minister’s visit will be an opportunity to identify ways to take this forward in various domains such as energy, education, healthcare, food security, fintech, defence and culture,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. It will also be an opportunity to discuss cooperation on global issues, particularly in the context of the UAE’s Presidency of COP-28 and India’s G-20 Presidency in which the UAE is a “special invitee”, it added.

PM Modi is visiting UAE as he returns from France, where he held bilateral discussions with French President Emmanuel Macron. The two countries agreed on a slew of new initiatives and agreements , and drew a roadmap for ties which has three pillars: partnership for security and sovereignty; partnership for the planet; partnership for the people.

PM Modi in UAE Live Updates: Modi to meet UAE President in Abu Dhabi, hold bilateral discussions on key areas. Follow this space for all the latest updates!

#WATCH | Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan says, "India has signed an MoU with the Education and Knowledge dept of Abu Dhabi for setting up the IIT Delhi campus there. This will help India in developing globally." pic.twitter.com/4AZR6w1zSg — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in India on Saturday after concluding his two-nation tour of France and United Arab Emirates (UAE).

PM Modi had emplaned from Abu Dhabi in the UAE after finishing his day-long visit to the middle-eastern country.

Prior to this, PM Modi was in France for two days, where he attended the Bastille Day parade as the guest of honour.

"A visit defined by transformative outcomes. PM @narendramodi emplanes for New Delhi after wrapping up a successful visit to UAE," tweeted official spokesperson of Ministry of External Affairs Arindam Bagchi.

During the visit, the PM Modi and UAE President Al Nahyan witnessed the exchange of three historic Memoranda of Understanding (MoU). (PTI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Saturday said there was an urgent need for developed countries to fulfil the USD 100 billion delivery plan to mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change.

In a joint statement on climate change issued after talks between the two leaders, India and the UAE highlighted the importance of the global stocktake (GST) of collective action to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement and its successful conclusion at COP28 scheduled to be held in Dubai later this year.

Modi congratulated the UAE for being selected as the host country of COP28 in 2023 and extended his full support to its incoming presidency of the climate conference. (PTI)

The weekend meeting in Riyadh between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the national security advisers of the US, UAE, and India underlines the growing strategic convergence between Delhi and Washington in the Gulf. It also highlights India’s new possibilities in the Arabian Peninsula.

The new India-US warmth on the Gulf is a major departure from the traditional approaches to the Middle East in both India and the US. In India, one of the entrenched principles of the Nehruvian foreign policy was the proposition that Delhi must either oppose Washington or keep its distance from it in the Middle East. Read more

PM Modi held wide-ranging discussions with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during which the two leaders lauded the economic partnership and hoped to achieve the target of USD 100 billion in trade before the G-20 meeting in Delhi in September this year.

A Joint Statement issued during the visit said the leaders resolved to further enhance bilateral partnership in the energy field, both in oil, gas, and renewable energy.

“Both sides will take forward their cooperation in Green Hydrogen, solar energy and grid connectivity. Both sides also agreed to increase investment across the energy spectrum, including in India's Strategic Petroleum Reserve Programme,” it said.

It said the leaders acknowledged the joint work on issues of climate change, particularly during India's presidency of the G20 and the UAE's presidency of COP28.

Recognising the importance of food security, the leaders reiterated their resolve to promote the reliability and resilience of food supply chains and expand food and agriculture trade, including through food corridor projects in India, it said. (PTI)

#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi leaves from Abu Dhabi, UAE for Delhi after concluding his one-day visit. pic.twitter.com/M6FFNzSKLI — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2023

#WATCH | Abu Dhabi: Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra briefs about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's one-day visit to UAE. "It was a very significant visit, a landmark in the partnership between India and UAE," he says pic.twitter.com/dfng3lwLoV — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2023

India and the UAE on Saturday agreed to start trade settlement in their currencies and link the Indian Unified Payments Interface with the Gulf country's Instant Payment Platform (IPP) as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held comprehensive talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan here.   According to an official statement, the Reserve Bank of India and the Central Bank of the UAE signed two MoUs for – establishing a framework to promote the use of local currencies viz. the Indian rupee (INR) and the UAE Dirham (AED) for cross-border transactions; and for cooperation for interlinking their payment and messaging systems.

The MoU on establishing a framework for the use of local currencies for transactions between India and UAE, aims to put in place a Local Currency Settlement System (LCSS) to promote the use of INR and AED bilaterally. The MoU covers all current account transactions and permitted capital account transactions, the statement issued by the RBI said.

Creation of the LCSS would enable exporters and importers to invoice and pay in their respective domestic currencies, which in turn would enable the development of an INR-AED foreign exchange market, it said and added that his arrangement would also promote investments and remittances between the two countries. The use of local currencies would optimise transaction costs and settlement time for transactions, including for remittances from Indians residing in UAE, the statement said. (PTI)

Shaped by millennia-old journeys of cultural and economic engagement on the Indian Ocean’s network of exchange, the India-UAE relationship is today more than an economic partnership. It speaks to the Emirates’s deep, fraternal, and strategically important relationship with India, and reinforces the UAE’s position as an economic hub for India to undertake sustainable and diversified growth through our strategic location at the intersection of global trade.

The  India-UAE partnership was forged first on the trade of traditional items, and then strengthened with oil. It found a formal dimension after the creation of the UAE Federation in 1971, and then accelerated in the 1990s, when a liberalised India embraced the opportunity to export to the UAE and markets beyond. The emergence of the UAE as India’s third-largest trading partner has only underlined the positive outlook the two countries share towards economic cooperation. Read more

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was warmly welcomed by the United Arab Emirates President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the Qasr Al Watan Presidential Palace. Both leaders had extensive discussions covering various aspects of bilateral ties. 'Deepening India- UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. PM Narendra Modi was warmly welcomed by UAE President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the iconic Qasr Al Watan Presidential Palace. Extensive discussions between the two leaders covering various aspects of bilateral ties lie ahead,' Minister of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi tweeted. During his meeting with UAE President Zayed Al Nahyan at the Qasr Al Watan Presidential Palace PM Modi said that he is very glad to come to Abu Dhabi and meet the President.

'I feel like I am at my second home. I thank you for the cordial welcome you gave to me and my delegation,' said PM Modi. (ANI)

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed al Nahyan on Saturday served a full vegetarian meal at the banquet he hosted in honour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The banquet, at the Qasr-al-Watan presidential palace here, began with harees (wheat) and dates salad served with local organic vegetables and followed by grilled vegetables in masala sauce as starters.

A selection of local seasonal fruits was served for desserts.

“All meals are vegetarian and prepared with vegetable oils, and contain no dairy or egg products,” read a note on the menu card for the banquet.

The Prime Minister is in Abu Dhabi for a day-long visit at the invitation of the UAE President. (PTI)

A full vegetarian meal has been prepared at the banquet hosted by the UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in honour of PM Narendra Modi PM Modi is on a one-day visit to UAE. pic.twitter.com/7sqLIlgD31 — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2023

The Union Ministry of Education and Abu Dhabi's Education and Knowledge Department (ADEK) on Saturday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for setting up an IIT Delhi campus in the Gulf country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently on an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi is the second IIT to announce setting up an offshore campus after IIT Madras. Last week, IIT Madras signed an MoU for setting up a campus in Tanzania's Zanzibar.

"MoU for establishment of @iitdelhi campus in Abu Dhabi in the presence of Hon. PM @narendramodiji unfolds a new chapter in internationalisation of India's education," Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan tweeted.

While Master's courses will be offered at the Abu Dhabi campus of IIT Delhi from January next year, Bachelor's degree programmes will be offered from September 2024. (PTI) 

A historic moment! #IITGoesGlobal #IITDelhiInAbuDhabi pic.twitter.com/gRd9a2XDx6 — Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) July 15, 2023

#WATCH | "Our bilateral trade has grown by 20%. For the first time, we have achieved $85 billion trade and soon we will achieve the target of $100 billion. If we decide, we can cross this milestone before the G20," says PM Modi, in Abu Dhabi pic.twitter.com/42O4RBpvk1 — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2023

'India-UAE trade witnessed 20 per cent increase since signing of CEPA last year,' said PM Modi IN UAE today during his meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. ' Last year, we signed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) historic agreement within three months which would not have been possible without your cooperation and commitment,' said PM Modi. ( PTI and ANI )

#WATCH | We are taking new initiatives to strengthen our partnership. Today's agreement on trade settlement in the currencies of both countries reflects our strong economic cooperation and trust: PM Modi, in UAE pic.twitter.com/G5OkHO82Ly — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2023

#WATCH | I am happy to be in Abu Dhabi and to meet you. I thank you for the warm welcome... Every Indian sees you as a true friend: PM Narendra Modi pic.twitter.com/Bcsb1HyBGn — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured India's full support for UAE's COP28 presidency as he held productive talks with the UN climate conference's President-designate Sultan Al Jaber on ways to further sustainable development here on Saturday.

Modi arrived here in the capital of the UAE following his successful two-day visit to Paris where he joined French President Emmanuel Macron for the Bastille Day parade as the Guest of Honour and signed several agreements to strengthen bilateral ties.

"Had a very productive meeting with Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, the President-designate of @COP28_UAE. Our discussions focused on ways to further sustainable development. Highlighted India's contribution in this direction, in particular our emphasis on Mission LiFE," he tweeted.

The 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference or Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC, more commonly referred to as COP28, will be the 28th United Nations Climate Change conference, held from November 30 until December 12 at the Expo City, Dubai.

The COP28 summit will be the first formal assessment of countries' progress towards the Paris Agreement's target to limit climate change to 1.5 Celsius of warming. (PTI)

#WATCH | Abu Dhabi: Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) being exchanged between India and UAE in the presence of UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi pic.twitter.com/4kzefrIUrn — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2023

#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi meets UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in Abu Dhabi. pic.twitter.com/KPP9RQox7j — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2023

PM Narendra Modi held a productive meeting with Dr Sultan Al Jaber, President-designate of COP 28 UAE and Group CEO of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. Dr Jaber briefed PM on the forthcoming COP-28. PM assured India's full support for UAE’s COP-28 presidency. PM also… pic.twitter.com/OpIKgF7WKM — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2023

#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi receives a ceremonial welcome as he arrives at Qasr Al Watan, in Abu Dhabi PM Modi was welcomed by UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. pic.twitter.com/FvxgliIhLI — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Abu Dhabi on Saturday on a day-long visit to the UAE during which he will meet UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and review the burgeoning bilateral ties between the two strategic partners.

Modi arrived in Abu Dhabi following his successful two-day visit to Paris where he joined French President Emmanuel Macron for the Bastille Day parade as the Guest of Honour and signed several agreements to bolster bilateral ties.

"I look forward to meeting my friend, H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan," Prime Minister Modi said in his departure statement on Thursday.

"Our two countries are engaged across a wide range of sectors such as trade, investments, energy, food security, science and technology, education, fintech, defence, security, and robust people-to-people ties," he said.

Energy, food security, and defence are expected to be the focus areas of Modi's visit to the UAE during which the two countries will review the progress in bilateral relations after they inked a landmark trade agreement.

The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which gave a new thrust to the economic engagement between the two countries, was signed during the Covid-19 pandemic.

India and the UAE are engaged across various sectors such as trade, investments, energy, food security, science and technology, education, fintech, defence, security, and robust people-to-people ties.

The Indian expatriate community is the largest ethnic community in UAE constituting roughly 30 per cent of the country's population. The number of resident Indian Nationals was estimated to be 3.5 million in 2021 as per the UAE records.  (PTI)

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India-UAE Joint Statement during the visit of Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi to UAE

President of the United Arab Emirates His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi met in Abu Dhabi on 15 July 2023. Both sides noted that this was the fifth visit of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to the UAE in the last eight years. Prime Minister Modi last visited the UAE in June 2022 when he visited Abu Dhabi to meet HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to convey his greetings as His Highness assumed the presidency of the UAE. In 2015, Prime Minister Modi became the first Prime Minister of India to visit the UAE in 34 years. This visit was followed by the visit of HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India in 2016, then in 2017, when HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was the Chief Guest at India’s Republic Day celebrations. Moreover, the India-UAE relationship was formally elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during the visit of HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India in 2017. The leaders expressed satisfaction that UAE-India relations have witnessed tremendous progress on all fronts. India-UAE trade rose to USD 85 billion in 2022, making the UAE India’s third-largest trading partner for the year 2022-23 and India's second-largest export destination. India is the UAE’s second largest trading partner. In February 2022, India became the first country with which the UAE signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Bilateral trade has increased by approximately 15% since the entry into force of the CEPA on 1 May 2022. The leaders noted the significant global roles played by both countries in 2023, with India’s presidency of the G20 and the UAE’s presidency of COP28. The UAE side appreciated the hosting of the Voice of Global South Summit by India in January 2023. The Indian side also commended the UAE for its instrumental role in promoting the Global South's interests at COP28 and making COP28 a "COP of action.” Both sides also looked forward to further cooperation in plurilateral fora such as I2U2 and the UAE-France-India trilateral cooperation initiative. They noted that such platforms provide greater opportunities for both countries to elevate the partnership to new heights. Today, in Abu Dhabi, the President of the UAE HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi witnessed the following: I. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for the establishment of a framework to promote the use of local currencies (INR-AED) for cross-border transactions by Governors of the respective Central Banks. II. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on interlinking payment and messaging systems by Governors of the respective Central Banks. III. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for planning to establish Indian Institute of Technology – Delhi in Abu Dhabi. The leaders discussed that developing the Local Currency Settlement System between the two countries to settle bilateral trade is a reflection of mutual confidence. Moreover, it underlines the robustness of the economies in both countries and enhances the economic engagement between the UAE and India. The leaders expressed their interest in strengthening cooperation in the payment systems area by enabling integration between their instant payment systems to process cross-border transactions between the UAE and India more efficiently. Such cooperation will also include the mutual acceptance of domestic card schemes by interlinking national card switches. Integration between these systems will enhance access to payment services for the benefit of the citizens and residents of the two countries. The leaders reiterated their resolve to further strengthen investment ties between the two countries. In this context, they appreciated the efforts of the bilateral High-Level Joint Task Force of Investments. They acknowledged that the UAE became the fourth largest investor in India in 2022-2023, compared to the seventh in 2021-2022. They appreciated the plan of Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) to set up a presence in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), a financial free zone in Gujarat, in the next few months. This will further facilitate investment opportunities for the UAE in India. The leaders also discussed the significance of the tripartite MoU between the Ministry of Education of India, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT Delhi) and Abu Dhabi Department of Education & Knowledge (ADEK) for the establishment of IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi. In February last year, during the Virtual Summit between the two leaders, they agreed to establish the Indian Institute of Technology in the UAE. Both sides have worked tirelessly over the past two years to make this vision a reality. The two leaders expressed their endorsement and approval that IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi will become operational by January 2024 by offering a Master’s program in Energy Transition and Sustainability. Other Bachelor, Master’s and Ph.D. Level programs are expected to be offered from September 2024, in addition to establishing research centers in the fields of sustainable energy, climate studies, computing, and data sciences. The leaders resolved to further enhance bilateral partnership in the energy field, both in oil, gas, and renewable energy. Both sides will take forward their cooperation in Green Hydrogen, solar energy and grid connectivity. Both sides also agreed to increase investment across the energy spectrum, including in India’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve Programme. The leaders acknowledged the joint work on issues of climate change, particularly during India’s presidency of the G20 and the UAE’s presidency of COP28. They resolved to work together to make COP28 a success for all. Recognizing the importance of food security, the leaders reiterated their resolve to promote the reliability and resilience of food supply chains and expand food and agriculture trade, including through food corridors projects in India. The UAE side will complete its consultations with various Indian stakeholders swiftly for the early realization of projects in this area. The leaders highlighted the importance of the health sector and scope of cooperation bilaterally and in third countries by energizing ongoing health cooperation and further diversifying it. The potential of both countries to become a reliable alternative in global health supply chains of vaccines and medicines was highlighted. Opportunities for collaboration in the growing health infrastructure in the UAE and India were also discussed. The leaders noted that people-to-people contacts, which date back centuries, are one of the strongest and most important pillars of the historic India-UAE ties. The UAE expressed appreciation that the large Indian diaspora continues to play a significant role in the society and economy of the UAE and further reinforces bilateral relations. The leaders agreed to further strengthen bilateral collaboration to strengthen maritime security and connectivity in the region to promote prosperity in India, the UAE, and the shared neighborhood. They also agreed to enhance defense exchanges, sharing of experiences, training, and capacity building. The leaders reaffirmed their joint commitment to the fight against extremism and terrorism, including cross-border terrorism, in all forms, at both the regional and international levels. They agreed to further deepen their bilateral cooperation in the fight against terrorism, terrorist financing, and extremism. In this context, they emphasized the importance of promoting the values of peace, moderation, coexistence, and tolerance among peoples and stressed the need for all forms of extremism, hate speech, discrimination, and incitement to be renounced. Both leaders emphasized the importance of multilateralism and called for collective action to promote a just, rules-based global order. The two leaders also expressed satisfaction on the coordination between the two sides on UN Security Council matters, especially in 2022, when both countries served as non-permanent members of the UNSC. Prime Minister Modi commended the UAE’s achievements during the UAE’s term as an elected member of the Security Council. The UAE reiterated its endorsement of India’s bid for permanent membership of the reformed UNSC. Prime Minister Modi thanked HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his warm hospitality to his delegation. Prime Minister Modi is looking forward to the participation of HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in the G20 Leaders’ Summit on 9-10 September 2023 in New Delhi. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, exploring emerging areas of collaboration, and promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in the region and beyond.

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Prime Minister’s visit to the United Arab Emirates (February 13-14, 2024)

February 10, 2024

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will pay an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 13 to 14 February 2024.

2. This will be Prime Minister Modi's seventh visit to the UAE since 2015 and the third in the last eight months. During the visit, Prime Minister will hold bilateral meetings with His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE. The two leaders will discuss ways to further deepen, expand and strengthen the strategic partnership between the countries and exchange views on regional and international issues of mutual interest.

3. Prime Minister will also meet with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Defence Minister of UAE. At his invitation, Prime Minister will participate in the World Government Summit 2024 to be held in Dubai as Guest of Honour and deliver a special keynote address at the Summit.

4. Prime Minister will inaugurate the BAPS Mandir, the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi. He will also be addressing the Indian community in the UAE at an event in Zayed Sports city in Abu Dhabi.

5. India and UAE enjoy warm, close and multi-faceted relations underpinned by strong political, cultural and economic linkages. Following the landmark visit of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to UAE in August 2015, bilateral relations between the two countries been elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Both countries signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in February 2022 and a Local Currency Settlement (LCS) System in July 2023 to promote the use of Indian Rupee and AED for cross-border transactions.

6. The two countries are among each other’s top trading partners with a bilateral trade of about US$ 85 billion in 2022-23. UAE is also among the top 4 investors in India in terms of foreign direct investments in 2022-23.

7. About 3.5 million strong and vibrant Indian community forms the largest expatriate group in UAE. Their positive and well-appreciated contribution in the development of their host country has been an important anchor of our excellent bilateral engagement with the UAE.

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The multiple entry 5-year tourist visa enables tourists to enter the UAE multiple times on self-sponsorship and remain in the country for 90 days on each visit, and can be extended for further 90 days. This type of tourist visa can be issued for all nationalities.

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Presidential visits:

• Indian President visited UAE in November 1976, October 2003 and November 2010.
• UAE’s President, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, visited India in 1975 and 1992.
• UAE’s President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, visited India as Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi on 10-12 February 2016, 24-26 January 2017 and as the President of the UAE on 09-10 September 2023.

Prime Ministerial visits:

• Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi visited UAE in 30 November-01 December 2023, 15 July 2023, 28 June 2022, 23-24 August 2019, 10-11 February 2018 and 16-17 August 2015.
• Prime Minister of India, Smt. Indira Gandhi, visited UAE in May 1981.
• UAE’s Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, visited India in March 2007 and Mach 2010.
• UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister, Sheikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, visited India in November 2011.

Crown Prince’s visits:

• State Visit of then Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and now the President of the UAE HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed to India on 24-26 January 2017
• State Visit of then Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and now the President of the UAE HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed to India on 10-12 February 2016

Foreign Ministers’ visits:

• UAE FM Sheikh Abdullah visited India in September 2023, March 2023, November 2022, February 2021, July 2019, June 2018, September 2015, December 2013, May 2012, June 2011 and June 2007.
• India Minister of External Affairs Dr. S Jaishankar visited UAE in December 2023, November 2023, December 2022, September 2022, December 2021, November 2021, April 2021 and November 2020.
• India Minister of External Affairs, Lt. Ms. Sushma Swaraj visited UAE in March 2019, December 2018 and November 2014.
• Shri Salman Khurshid visited UAE on March 13, 2013 and held a telephonic conversation with the UAE Foreign Minister on February 5, 2014 on his transit visit. MoS Shri E. Ahmad visited UAE from 30 April to 03 May 2014.

Other important Ministerial level visits: From the Indian side, visits include

• Minister of State for External Affairs, Shri V. Muraleedharan visited UAE from 21 to 23 December 2023 and addressed the Indian community in Fujairah.
• Rajya Raksha Mantri, Shri Ajay Bhatt visited UAE from 15 to 17 November 2023 to witness the Dubai Airshow 2023.
• Minister of Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan visited UAE from 01 to 03 November 2023. During the visit, the Minister participated in meetings and discussions to promote cooperation in the fields of skill development.
• Minister for Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal visited the UAE on 05 & 06 October 2023 to attend 11th Meeting of High Level Task Force on Investment (HLTFI).
• Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri visited UAE on 02 October 2023 to attend the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2023 in Abu Dhabi.
• Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri visited UAE in November 2022 to attend the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2022 in Abu Dhabi.
• Minister Shri Bhuepnder Yadav visited UAE in Sep 2022 to participate in the World Green Economy Summit held in Dubai.
• Minister for Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal visited the UAE in March 2022 and participated in World Government Summit.
• Minister of Steel, Shri Ram Chandra Prasad Singh visited the UAE in March 2022 to participate in Dubai Expo2022.
• Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru MK Stalin visited the UAE in March 2022. During his visit, he met with several high level dignitaries from the UAE Government and also met with senior officials of Mubadala, Abu Dhabi Chamber and Abu Dhabi Holding Company (ADQ).
• Chief Minister of Kerala, Shri Pinarayi Vijayan visited the UAE in February 2022 and participate in Dubai Expo2022.
• Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri visited UAE in November 2021 to attend the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2021 in Abu Dhabi.
• Minister of Textiles, Minister of Commerce and Industry and Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Shri Piyush Goyal visited UAE in October 2021 to inaugurate the India Pavilion at Dubai EXPO2020 and to co-chair the 9th meeting of High Level Task Force on Investment (HLTFI) with UAE' Minister of State (Foreign Trade) Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi.
• The Minister of State for External Affairs & Parliamentary Affairs, Government of India, Shri V. Muraleedharan visited UAE from 18 – 21 January 2021. During his visit took up various issues related to the welfare of Indian community and the promotion of bilateral relations.
• Minister for Food processing Industries, Mrs. Harsimrat Kaur Badal visited Dubai from 16th to 18th February 2020 for the 25th edition of the ‘Gulfood 2020’. She also reviewed the existing bilateral cooperation in the field of the food security and deliberated upon ways to further increase the it. She also discussed UAE’s prospective investments in food corridor in India.
• Minister of Commerce and Industry and Minister for Railways, Shri Piyush Goyal visited UAE in September 2019. Minister attended the seventh meeting of the UAE-India High Level Joint Task Force on Investments (HLTFI)
• Mr. Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Minister of Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Minister of Steel, Government of India visited Abu Dhabi on 11th and 12th November 2019 to attend the 35th Abu Dhabi International Exhibition and Conference ADIPEC). He also visited UAE from 9th to 11th September 2019 to participate in the 8th Asian Ministerial Energy Roundtable and 24th World Energy Congress in Abu Dhabi.
• The Minister of State for External Affairs & Parliamentary Affairs, Government of India, Shri V. Muraleedharan visited UAE from 6th to 8th November 2019 to attend the 10th IORA Ministerial Meeting. He aslo visited UAE during 14-17 October 2019 to participate at the Abu Dhabi Dialogue(ADD) he also addressed the Indian community in Sharjah and Abu Dhabi.
• Kerala Chief Minister Sh. Pinarayi Vijayan made a four-day visit to the UAE from February 13 to February 16, 2019 with the aim of bringing new projects and investments into the flood-ravaged state.
• A high level delegation from Himachal Pradesh comprising of the Chief Minister – Shri Jai Ram Thakur and Shri Bikram Singh, Industries Minister visited UAE from 23 – 26 June, 2019 for ‘Rising Himachal’
• Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Shri Raghubar Das visited UAE on 16 December 2018 and made a presentation on the opportunities in Jharkhand.
• Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship of India visited UAE from 11-15 May, 2018 to participate at the ADNOC Downstream Investment Forum.
• Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan visited UAE on 10-11 November to participate the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC 2018).
• Chief Minister of Kerala, Mr. Pinarayi Vijayan visited UAE on 17-22 October 2018 and met Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Tolerance andhaikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC).
• Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis visited UAE on 9 June 2018 and met DP World Chairman, Dr.Sultan bin Sulayem Chairman, to discuss investment in multi-modal logistics hubs and ports in Maharashtra.
• Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu visited UAE on 8 February 2018 and made a presentation on the opportunities in Andhra Pradesh.
• Minister of State (IC) for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shri Raj Kumar Singh visited UAE on 16-19 January 2018, for World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2018.
• Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Suresh Prabhu visited UAE on 14 January 2018, for fifth meeting of the India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investments.
• Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Suresh Prabhu visited UAE on 17 December 2017 and met Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed Belhaif Al Nuaimi, UAE Minister of Infrastructure Development and Mr. Sultan bin Sulayem, Group Chairman & CEO of DP World and discussed cooperation in logistics sector, industrial corridors & promoting more UAE investments in India.
• Chief Minister of Haryana Shri Manohar Lal Khattar visited UAE on 05-07 December 2017, showcasing investment opportunities available in the State in various sectors.
• Minister of State for External Affairs, Sh. MJ Akbar visited UAE on 8 November 2017 to attend opening ceremony of Louvre Museum in Abu Dhabi.
• Minister of State for External Affairs, Sh. MJ Akbar visited UAE on 28-29 October 2017 to attend 2nd India-UAE Strategic Dialogue
• Minister of State for Food Processing, Ms. Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti visited UAE on 6-7 August 2017 as a part of the preparations for the ‘World Food India 2017’.
• Minister of State for External Affairs, Sh. MJ Akbar visited UAE 10-11 April 2017 for the UAE Ambassador’s Forum;
• Railway Minister Sh. Suresh Prabhu visited UAE from 5-7 March 2017;
• Minister of State for Defence, Sh. Subhash Bhamre visited UAE from 18-22 February 2017 for IDEX2017;
• Minister of State (IC) for Power, Coal, New & Renewable Energy and Mines, Sh. Piyush Goel visited UAE from 17-18 January 2017 for the 7th IRENA Assembly and World Future Energy Summit;
• Minister of State for External Affairs, Sh. MJ Akbar visited UAE during 17-19 November 2016 to attend the annual Sir Bani Yas Forum, organized by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Foreign Affairs in collaboration with the Washington-based Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS);
• 2nd India-UAE Economic Forum was held on 19-20 October 2016 in Dubai. Sh. Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways and Sh. MJ Akbar, MOS for External Affairs participated in the Forum;
• A high-level delegation led by the Defence Minister visited UAE from 22-23 May 2016 and had meetings with the then Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and UAE Minister of State for Defence;
• Sh. Kalraj Mishra, Minister of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, visited UAE from 11 – 13 April 2016 to attend the Second Ministerial Economic and Business Conference (EBC) of the Indian Ocean Rim Association held in Dubai;
• Minister of State (Independent charge) for Petroleum & Natural Gas, Sh. Dharmendra Pradhan visited UAE from 10th to 13th April, 2016;
• Minister of State for External Affairs of India, General (Retd.) V.K. Singh visited UAE on March 11, 2016;
• Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Sh. Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore visited UAE on 8-10 February 2016;
• Finance Minister Sh. Arun Jaitely visited UAE on 15-17 November 2015;
• Minister of State (IC) for Commerce and Industry, Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman visited UAE on 12-13 October for the 3rd Meeting of the High Level Task Force on Investment;
• Minister of State for Finance, Sh. Jayant Sinha, visited UAE in April, 2015;
• Minister of New & Renewable Energy visited UAE in 2011, 2012 and 2014 (for IRENA General Assembly meetings);
• Minister for Overseas Indian Affairs visited UAE in November, 2012 and April, 2013;
• Minister of Commerce and Industry led an Indian delegation to the first High level Task Force on Investment in Abu Dhabi on February 18, 2013;
• Minister of Finance paid a visit on March 23, 2013 for inauguration of Bank of Baroda branch in Dubai. He visited again on May 26, 2013 during which he held meetings with UAE Finance Minister and Deputy Supreme Commander among others; and
• Minister of Civil Aviation visited Dubai from April 28 to May 2, 2013 to participate in Dubai Global Convention on Business Excellence.

From the UAE side, other Ministerial visits include

• Minister of State for International Cooperation Ms Reem Al Hashimy participated in the Special Meeting of the UNSC CTC in India in Oct 2022 and also met EAM Dr S Jaishankar on the margins of the Conference in Delhi. She also accompanied HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed during his visit to Delhi in Nov 2022.
• UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment Ms Mariam Almheiri visited Delhi in Oct 2022 to attend the Annual Assembly meetings of International Solar Alliance.
• In Oct 2022, Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited India to co-chair the 10th HLFTI with CIM Shri Piyush Goyal.
• UAE Minister of Economy Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri visited Delhi with a business delegation in May 2022 to explore the business and investment opportunities soon after the CEPA agreement coming into force.
• Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, CEO ADNOC, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and the UAE's special envoy for Climate visited India in May 2022. During his visit, MoU on Climate Action was signed.
• Dr. Thani Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State (Foreign Trade) visited Delhi in September 2021 to jointly launch the negotiations with Minister of Textiles, Minister of Commerce and Industry and Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Shri Piyush Goyal on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
• UAE President’s Diplomatic Advisor Dr. Anwar Gargash visited Delhi in August 2021 and met with External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar.
• Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Bowardi, UAE’s MoS for Defense Affairs, lead a defence delegation to participate in the 11th edition of DefExpo-2020 held in Lucknow in February 2020.
• Dr. Thani Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, then Minister for Climate Change & Environment visited Kerala in January 2020 for the Kerala Literature Festival.
• Eng. Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansoori, UAE Minister of Economy led a delegation from 12-13 January 2019 to participate in Partnership Summit 2019.
• Dr. Thani Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment participated in Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2019 from January 17-22, 2019.
• Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of State and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) visited India in February 2019 to be honoured with the “International Lifetime Achievement Award” for his outstanding contribution to the global energy industry.
• Mariam Saeed Hareb Al Mehairi, the UAE Minister of State for Food Security, paid a two-day visit to India during 27-28 March 2019.
• Mr Mohammed Ahmed Al Bowardi, UAE Minister of State for Defence Affairs, visited India on 16 October 2018 and met Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Raksha Mantri.
• Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, then Chief of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court, visited India on 15 October 2018 and co-chaired the 6th meeting of India- UAE High Level Task Force on Investment.
• Dr Sultan Ahmad Al Jaber, UAE Minister of State and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), visited India on 15 October and met Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister and Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
• Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, UAE Minister of Tolerance visited India on 1 May 2018.
• Suhail Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of Energy and Industry visited India on 11 April 2018 and participated in International Energy Forum in Delhi. He also met Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
• UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Anwar Gargash visited India on 23 March 2018 and met Sushma Swaraj, External Affairs Minister and MJ Akbar, Minister of State for External Affairs. He also attended a forum organized by the Observer Research Foundation, in cooperation with the UAE Embassy in Delhi under the title “Strategic Relations between India and the UAE, and Crisis in the Middle East.”
• Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, then Chief of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court, visited India on 8-12 March 2018, leading a high-level delegation that included Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al-Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment to the Founding Ceremony of the International Solar Alliance (ISA). Sheikh Hamed met Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, President Shri Ram Nath Kovind, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Shri Dharmendra Pradhan and Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Suresh Prabhu during his visit. Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi met R K Singh, Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy during the visit.
• Minister of State of UAE Zaki Anwar Nusseibeh visited India from 15-17 December 2017 and participated as the key note speaker in 4th India Ideas Conclave at Goa.
• Ruler of Sharjah, UAE, Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi visited Kerala from 24-27 September 2017. He met Governor of Kerela Sh. P. Sathasivam and Chief Minister of Kerela Sh. Pinarayi Vijayan and other ministers. Dr. Sheikh Sultan was awarded honorary doctorate by Calicut University for his great efforts in serving the Arab and Islamic culture.
• Minister of Climate Change and Environment of UAE Mr. Thani Ahmed Al Zeyoudi visited India from 29-31 August 2017. He met Minister of Minister of Food Processing Industries, Minister of Power and Minister of Environment, Forest & Climate Change.
• Minister of State in Ministry of Foreign Affairs of UAE Dr. Anwar Gargash led UAE delegation at the first India-UAE Strategic dialogue on 20 January 2017.
• Minister of Economy led the UAE delegation to the Partnership Summit 2014 held in Bengaluru in January, 2014.
• Minister of Energy attended Petrotech 2014 held in Noida (NCR) on January, 2014.
• UAE’s Minister of Foreign Trade visited India in 2009 and later in January 2012 to participate in the CII partnership Summit.
• The Managing Director of ADIA – largest Sovereign Wealth Fund in the world – visited India on 16-20 January, 2012 to promote investments.
• Minister of State for Financial Affairs visited India on April 3, 2012. MOS Ministry of Finance accompanied UAE Foreign Minister to Delhi on December 12, 2013.

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India-UAE Travel Update: Passengers must carry these documents to return

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Gulf Today, Staff Reporter Air India Express has issued guidelines for those passengers who hold valid UAE residency visa and want to travel from India to any of the airport in the Emirates. The airline has said that the passengers must carry the following documents when travelling to the UAE. Here are the documents the UAE passengers need to carry with them: •    For UAE Residence Visa Holders  issued from Dubai and travelling to Dubai: “Return Permit for Resident outside UAE form” which is issued to the passenger(s) from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) through: https://smart.gdrfad.gov.ae/Smart_OTCServicesPortal/ReturnPermitService.aspx •    For UAE Resident VISA holders travelling to UAE other than Dubai: “Return Permit for Resident outside UAE form” which is issued to the passenger(s) from the below ICA link: https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/guest/index.html#/registerArrivals •    Expo 2020 Visa holders are permitted to travel to UAE without GDRFA/ICA. Travel Requirement for all Passengers for travel from India to UAE: 1. A valid Negative Covid-19 test certificate with QR code linked to the original report. This has to be issued within the valid time frame, i.e. 48 hours from the time of collecting the sample to the scheduled departure time and has to be taken from an ICMR approved laboratory. 2. A Rapid PCR test report that should be based on molecular diagnostic testing intended for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid for SARS-COV-2 viral RNA; conducted at the Indian departure airport prior to four (4) hours of departure. Additional requirements for passengers arriving into Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Ras al-Khaimah Airports (RKT): 1. 10 days home quarantine upon arrival in RKT and 12 days home/institutional quarantine in AUH. 2. PCR test on the 4th and the 8th day after arrival in RKT and PCR test on the 6th and the 11th day after arrival into AUH. 3. Adherence to wearing the tracking watch on arrival.

Approved vaccines in the UAE are:

• Sinopharm vaccine
• Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine
• Sputnik vaccine
• 3 Oxford-Astrazeneca vaccine
• Johnson & Johnson vaccine
• Moderna vaccine
• Jamalika (Sputnik V) vaccine

Passengers are advised to report 6 hours prior departure as Rapid PCR test counters at Airports would close 2 hours prior to the departure. As per Dubai Civil Aviation Authorities, RT-PCR Test done from the laboratories listed below will not be accepted. 1. Suryam Lab in Jaipur 2. Dr P. BHASIN Pathlabs(p) Ltd. in Delhi 3. Noble Diagnostic Centre in Delhi 4. 360 Diagnostic & Health. Services

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Visa Requirements:  Visa required.

Visa Issuance:

• E-visas can be obtained before departure at  https://smart.gdrfad.gov.ae/HomePage.aspx (for Dubai) or  https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/login  (for other emirates). Passengers must have a printed e-visa confirmation.
• Nationals of India with a normal passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the arrival date with a visa issued by the USA which is valid for a minimum of 6 months can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 14 days. They can apply to extend their stay for an additional 14 days.
• Passengers with a normal passport and a confirmation that a visa has been approved before departure can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 96 hours, 30 days or 90 days. Passengers must have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the arrival date. The visa approved before departure must be deposited by the sponsor at the Immigration Authorities. 
• Only passengers with hardcopies of the VISA shall be permitted entry in RKT. Passengers with softcopies shall not be accepted.
• Any passenger who has overstayed outside UAE for more than 180 days has to apply online for a request to issue a permit seeking entry in the UAE by paying the necessary applicable fees via https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidity
• Passengers travelling to RKT with a green card, USA/UK VISA need to have an international debit/credit card for processing the payments for applying for a VISA on arrival in RKT. No cash payments shall be accepted by the immigrations.
• For passengers carrying a tourist visa with Multiple entries of 60 days the first entry date in the UAE shall be considered for counting the validity of days left from there on.

Information 1:  Deportation on the same flight will follow if sponsor (or representative) is not present at the time of passenger's arrival at the airport.

Additional Information:

• Valid visas in expired passports are accepted provided accompanied by new passport.
• Holders of confirmed onward tickets for a max. transit time of 24 hours. For details, click here.
• Visa is required for transit between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai Al Maktoum International (DWC).
• Passengers travelling to RKT with a green card, USA/UK visa need to have an International debit/credit card for processing the payments for applying for a VISA on arrival in RKT. No cash payments are accepted by the immigrations.
• All customers travelling with single name on passport on residence/employment visa shall be allowed to travel
• All customers travelling with single name on passport on tourist/visit visa or any other visa shall not be allowed to travel

Warning: Visitors not holding return/onward tickets could be refused entry.

Passport Requirement:  Passport required

Document Validity:  Passports and other documents accepted for entry must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the arrival date.

• Any Passport without clear date of birth DD/MM/YYYY will not be accepted in UAE and no XX/XX/XXXX or 00/00/0000 will be accepted.
• Any mismatch of physical gender appearance and the gender stated in the visa and passport will lead to denial for entry in UAE. M: for Men’s, Boy’s no matter of age. F: for Women’s, Girls no matter of age

Admission and Transit Restrictions: 

Passengers are not allowed to enter. 

Information 1:  This does not apply to domestic workers who are traveling with the sponsor or with the first degree family members of the sponsor. 

Information 2:  This does not apply to passengers with an entry permit issued by United Arab Emirates. 

Exceptions:

• This does not apply to passengers traveling as tourists to Abu Dhabi (AUH), Dubai (DXB), Ras-al-Khaima (RKT) or Sharjah (SHJ) with a return/onward ticket. 
• This does not apply to nationals of India with a visa issued by the USA traveling to Abu Dhabi (AUH). 

Information 3:  This does not apply to passengers traveling to Abu Dhabi (AUH) with a resident visa. 

Information 4:  This does not apply to passengers traveling to Abu Dhabi (AUH) with a pre-arranged visa issued by Abu Dhabi. 

• This does not apply to passengers traveling to Abu Dhabi (AUH) with a pre-arranged visa issued by any emirate. 

Information 5:  This does not apply to passengers traveling as tourists to Dubai (DXB) or Sharjah (SHJ) with a return/onward ticket.

Additional information:

• Passengers with a handwritten passport are not allowed to enter.
• Passengers with dual nationality must arrive and depart with the same passport.
• This does not apply if an additional name of parent/guardian is listed on the travel document.
• This does not apply to residents of the United Arab Emirates.
• This does not apply to passengers with A United Arab Emirates ID Card.
• Passengers traveling as tourists arriving at Dubai (DXB) or Sharjah (SHJ) must have health insurance.
• Visitors with an extended validity in their passports are not allowed to enter.

Dubai is one of the most popular destinations in the world, and we bet it is on your bucket list too.

One can expect Dubai to be as pretty as a picture with ultra-modern architectural marvels. Some of the major attractions that excite travellers to visit Dubai are to see the Burj Khalifa which is the tallest building in the world, explore old Dubai at Al Fahidi Quarter, witness exotic aquatic life at the Dubai Aquarium, and take a selfie with the iconic Dubai frame.

Apart from the historical and modern attractions, Dubai is famous for its desert safari, vibrant nightlife, and luxurious shopping centres. All this makes Dubai one of the most visited cities in the world.

So, if you are planning to visit Dubai, here is all the information you need on how to get a visa.

E-visas can be obtained before departure at https://smart.gdrfad.gov.ae/HomePage.aspx (for Dubai) or https://smartservices.ica.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/login (for other emirates). Passengers must have a printed e-visa confirmation.

You can check your visa application from their official  website . Their website makes it easy to check your application status, pending documents, visas, etc. You can use your visa number or your passport number to check the status of your visa application.

If you have applied for UAE visa for places like Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah then you can track your visa on Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security- ICP  website .

And if you have applied for Dubai visa, track your visa application at General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs-Dubai  website . There is also a mobile app which enables a convenient way to keep track of the status of GDRFA service. Download the app ‘DubaiNow’.

Depending on the purpose of your trip, Dubai offers the following types of visas:

• Tourist Visa
• Transit Visa
• Golden Visa

The tourist visa for Dubai is issued for 30 days. The best part is that you can apply for visa extension, without leaving the country, for an additional 30 days and 90 days. After all, who does not enjoy travelling to Dubai, right? The Dubai visa for tourism is available for individuals who are visiting for leisure purposes and not work.

Eligibility for Dubai tourist visa

• You must have Indian passport
• Your confirmed return ticket
• Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the day of departure
• You must have proof of the accommodation
• Completed payment processes

Documents for Dubai tourist visa

Original Passport, at least 6 months validity

First and last page of your Passport (scanned colour copy)

Passport size photograph with white background

• Confirmed return tickets
• Proof of hotel reservation
• Bank statement

UAE Visa Processing Time

Waiting is never easy. Here’s a breakdown on how much time it usually takes for the tourist visas to process.

Visa Validity for Dubai

The visa to enter Dubai is valid for 60 days from the date of issue. However, if you are on a transit visa for 96 hours or 48 hours, the visa is valid for 30 days from the date of issue.

There is also a 14-day tourist visa wherein a traveller can stay in the country for 14 days, as the name implies. The 14-day visa is valid for two months.

Layovers can be fun if you are in a city like Dubai. The UAE issues two types of transit visas – for 48 hours and 96 hours. Transit visa cannot be extended and is arranged either by your travel agent or UAE-based airlines that you are travelling with.

Eligibility for Dubai transit visa

Documents for dubai transit visa.

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Golden Visa has exclusive benefits that enable individuals to obtain a visa for a long-term stay. This visa enables you to live, work, and study in the UAE. The business visa also comes under the Golden Visa system for business owners. By obtaining the visa, you can enter Dubai for a period of six months on a multiple entry basis or a long-term, renewable residence visa that is valid for 5 or 10 years. Further, an individual can sponsor their family members.

The Golden Visa is provided based on your talent, type of residence, and occupation. Those who are eligible for the Golden Visa include real estate investors, entrepreneurs, doctors, scientists, creative people, humanitarian workers, and students, among others.

Who can apply for the UAE Golden visa?

The UAE Golden visa has exclusive benefits that enable individuals to live, work, and study in the UAE. The business visa also comes under the Golden visa system for business owners. By obtaining the visa, you can enter Dubai for a period of six months on a multiple entry basis or a long-term renewable residence visa that is valid for 5 or 10 years. Further, an individual can sponsor their family members. To know more about the Golden Visa, visit our UAE Golden visa guide .

The UAE Golden visa is provided based on your talent, type of residency, and occupation. Those who are eligible for the Golden visa UAE include the following:

Let’s scroll through the Golden Visa eligibility for some of the above mentioned categories:

Investors in public investments

• You will be granted a Golden Visa for 10 years without a sponsor if you invest in an investment fund. 
• You will need to submit a letter from the investment fund accredited in the UAE. You will need to state that the investor has deposited two million AED. Or, you can submit a valid industrial/commercial licence and a memorandum of association. You need to state that the investor’s capital is not below  two million AED.
• You will need to submit a letter from the Federal Tax Authority. Herein you need to state that the investor pays no less than AED 250,000 to the government annually. 
• Additionally, an individual must own the invested capital completely (not loan) and provide proof of medical insurance.

Real estate investors

• Golden Visa for real estate investors will be granted for 5 years. 
• For this, you will need to provide a letter from the land department stating that you own one or more properties. The value must not be less than AED 2 million . 
• If you bought the property with a loan from a bank, approved by a competent local entity.

Entrepreneurs 

You will get a Golden Visa for 5 years if you have an economic project of a technical or future nature based. For this, you will need an approval letter from the following - 

• The auditor in the UAE declaring the project value is not below AED 500,000
• Your project is of technical or future nature, based on risk and innovation, as declared by relevant authorities. 

Outstanding specialised talent

For outstanding specialised talents, such as doctors, scientists, athletes, and specialists in the fields of engineering and science, you will receive the Golden Visa for 10 years if you meet the following requirements. 

• An approval letter from the Ministry of Health and Prevention in the UAE.
• A recommendation letter from Emirates Council of Scientists, which must state that the applicant is awarded the Medal of Scientific Excellence.

Loving Dubai more than you expected? That’s no surprise and for that, UAE now allows travellers to extend their visa twice, without leaving the country. Dubai visa can be extended to a maximum period of 60 days. However, take caution as there is a fine of AED 100 for extending your visa on the last day.

  The documents required for Dubai visa extension are:

• Passport of the applicant (copy)
• Passport-size photographs
• A cancelled visa/old tourist visa (copy)

Applying for a Dubai visa is an easy process. But, just to make sure you are on track, avoid any possible last-minute confusion by going through these guidelines. Here are the rules and regulations:

• The type of Dubai visa depends on several factors like your purpose of visit, nationality, and duration.
• Based on your travel plan, make sure to apply for the right kind of visa.
• You can book flight tickets to Dubai before applying for a visa.
• The tourist visas are valid up to 60 days from the date of issue. However, a transit visa, the 48-hour and 96-hour visa, is only valid for 30 days after issuing the visa.
• If you hold a transit visa, both the entry and exit have to be from Dubai Airport .
• Dubai visa for Indian nationals is electronic (e-visa). You will need a printout of the e-visa to show it to the immigration officer.
• Apply for the Dubai visa at least a month prior to your travel.
• To be eligible for a travel visa, your passport should be valid for at least 6 months.
• Remember to carry scanned copies of all your documents - Passport, confirmed return ticket and passport size photographs.
• Before travelling, check the updated rules and regulations, on carrying of Covid-19 vaccination certificate or a negative RT-PCR test result, from your local government sites/airlines.
• Incomplete application is a major reason why a visa gets rejected. If you give false information such as inconsistency with the travel dates, or damaged passport and tampered documents, the visa will get rejected.
• If you failed to apply for a visa extension and overstayed during your previous travel, it is likely your visa may get rejected.
• Handwritten passports are no longer accepted.
• Any error on application with false names, spelling mistakes, or wrong date of birth is not accepted.
• Another chance your Dubai visa may get rejected is if you did not use your previous visa.
• Your Dubai visa is likely to get rejected or delayed if your photograph is blurred or has certain marks on it.
• Avoid mentioning your profession as unskilled as this may affect your chances of getting the visa. However, always give correct information. Do not lie on the application.
• Having a clean criminal record is always a good way to go. UAE will not accept visa application if you have any past criminal history.
• If you have a Dubai residence visa and choose to leave the country without cancelling the visa, then it is likely that Dubai immigration may reject your tourist visa.

Why did my visa get rejected?

You can appeal to the UAE High Commission by sending them a mail or visiting the centre with your concerns.

Will I get a refund if my visa gets rejected?

No. Once you have paid the visa fee, it will not be refunded.

Is the UAE visa different from Dubai visa?

No. Oftentimes people get confused with these two types of visas. Since Dubai is one of the popular cities in the UAE, the UAE visa is basically synonymous with the Dubai visa. Travellers use this term interchangeably while applying for the visa.

Can I reapply for Dubai visa after it has been rejected?

Yes, you can reapply for a tourist visa even though it has been rejected. However, if you have appealed to the UAE commission for the reason for your visa rejection, you will need to wait for the response.

What are the different types of tourist visa for Indian nationals?

Based on your duration of stay, you can apply for Dubai visa for 14 days, 30 days, or 90 days. These visas can be extended from Dubai itself. However, it is not applicable for transit visas.

What is the Golden Visa for the UAE?

Golden Visa is a newly introduced scheme where an outsider can apply for a long-term stay. Indians are eligible for this visa.

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Visit visa holders who are flying from India to the UAE are being urged to book their roundtrip tickets on the same airline, travel agents said, citing advisories from some airlines.

Some travellers were reportedly unable to fly to the UAE because their return flights to India were booked on a different airline.

“Advisories from some airlines state that if the journey to the UAE is booked with them, the journey to India must also be booked with the same airline. Failure to comply with this new requirement may result in passengers being denied boarding,” Taha Siddique, director of Siddique Travels, told Khaleej Times.

“Some of my clients faced this issue as their ticket to Dubai was booked on one airline and the return was booked on another. I am now advising my clients that it would be better to book both legs of the journey on the same carrier,” said Siddique.

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This was supported by other travel agents. “I have also seen advisories from certain carriers that they will not be accepting travellers with tickets from different airlines,” said Noushad Hassan, managing director of Alhind Business Centre. “However, these advisories were mostly received by our office in India and not the UAE. In any case, it is advisable to book on the same carrier to avoid unnecessary complications.”

With more people being stopped from boarding their flights from India, agents are advising caution. “I believe it is better to book onward and return journey tickets on the same airline for hassle-free travel,” added Libin Varghese from Rooh Tourism.

Strict checks

The advisory on tickets comes after stricter checks were reportedly introduced at airports in Dubai. Travel agents said some passengers had to fly back home for not meeting certain requirements.

“We have seen cases of up to 40 passengers being returned on the same flight,” said Noushad.

As Khaleej Times reported earlier, travellers to the UAE must carry funds equivalent to Dh3,000, either in cash or on a credit card, and provide valid proof of accommodation, such as a hotel booking or a letter from a host in the country, including a copy of their Emirates ID. Additionally, they must have a confirmed return ticket to ensure compliance with visit visa conditions. Failure to do so could lead to the traveller being sent back to his or her home country.

“When a passenger is denied entry by the immigration section of any airport, the passenger’s return becomes the airline’s responsibility. In this process, the carriers lose money on seats,” said Bharath Aidasani, managing partner at Pluto Travels. “To avoid these circumstances, travellers who are not carrying the required documents and cash, are being denied boarding at the departure airports.”

Travel demand soars

With the summer season coming up, Aidasani said that more people are travelling from India to the UAE. “It's summer in India and people want to travel. The closest and ideal destination from any part of India is the UAE. We can see flights with full capacity and the airfares from India have also shot up,” said Aidasani.

Due to these stricter checks, travel agents are advising their passengers to ensure they have all the necessary documents before travelling. “In the last two days, we had a few passengers who were denied boarding passes at the Indian airports. Strict checks are being done so that they gain entry into the UAE and the airline doesn’t lose their seats,” said Mir Waseem Raja, manager at International Travel Services.

“We have seen an increase in the number of travellers being stopped at the airport because they do not have the required amount or proof of accommodation in the country,” said Libin.

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Nelson also will meet with space officials in both countries to deepen bilateral cooperation across a broad range of innovation and research-related areas, especially in human exploration and Earth science.

The visit to India fulfills a commitment through the United States and India initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology spearheaded by President Joe Biden. Nelson will visit several locations in India, including the Bengaluru-based facilities where the NISAR spacecraft, a joint Earth-observing mission between NASA and the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), is undergoing testing and integration for launch in 2024. NISAR is short for NASA ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar.

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August 25, 2022 | 13 min read

Types of UAE Visit Visa for Indians

Uae visit visa process, documents required for visit visa, fee for uae visit visa for indians, travel insurance for indians, overstaying fines for visit visa.

• Reasons your Visit Visa to UAE get Rejected

14 Days visa-on-arrival (Single Entry)

The validity of this visa is 14 days from the date it is issued. You can extend it once for 14 days before its expiry date because there is no grace period. The visa is ideal for any India attending a conference or meeting in UAE for a few days.

30 Days Visit Visa (Single Entry)

The validity of this visa is 30 days plus 10 days grace period from the date it is issued. You can extend it twice for 30 days. You can stay in UAE for 90 days using the 30 days visit visa.

90 Days Visit Visa (Single Entry)

The validity of this visa is 90 dates from the date it is issued. It is best suited for individuals who want to stay in UAE for up to 3 months.

After the visa expiry date, you are given 10 days grace period to extend the visa or exit the country. You can extend this visa twice for 30 days+20 days, which gives you 150 days to live in the UAE.

30 Days Visit Visa (Multiple Entry)

The validity of this visa is 30 days and allows multiple entries to UAE within 30 days. There is no grace period after the visa expires, and you cannot extend this visa.

90 Days Visit Visa (Multiple Entry)

The validity of this visa is 90 days and allows one to enter UAE multiple times within the 90 days. You cannot extend this visa, and there is no grace period after it has expired.

The options you have are applying inside the country long term multiple Entry visa or get a new 90 days multiple entry visa through Airport to Airport visa change (A2A visa renewal)

Arabiers have simplified the application for a UAE Visit Visa for Indians. The following are the steps to follow;

Use a scanner to make clear colour copies of your passport and send them to our WhatsApp along with your referee's residence visa page and your photo with a white background.

Pay via your bank, visit our office or pay via a payment link.

After making the payment, you will receive your visa via WhatsApp within 24 to 48 hours.

The following are the documents you need to present when applying for a UAE visit visa for Indians :

• Coloured copy of the passport's name page, personal information, expiration date, and cover page.
• One coloured picture the size of a passport.
• If any kids are travelling with their birth certificates,
• If you have a family member or friend in the UAE, a photo of their UAE work visa page and a confirmed flight back to your home country.

The fees you must pay when applying for various UAE visit visas are highlighted in the table below.

You can also get travel insurance if you travel to the UAE on a visit visa. Here's how much it costs:

Any UAE visit visa you get, there are details when it expires. If you get the 30/90 days visa, you are given 10 days grace period, but for the multiple entry visa and 14 days, there is no grace period.

When you stay behold the days indicated on the visa, you are considered to have overstayed in UAE , and the implication is you have to pay a fine. The fines you will pay are broken down as follows;

for the first day of overstay

Each Consecutive day

As Service fees

Reasons your Visit Visa to UAE get rejected

• If you are a female under 18 travelling alone, your visa application may be delayed or denied due to suspicions of human trafficking.
• Your visa application may be rejected if you have a criminal history, commit fraud, or engage in any other wrongdoing in the UAE or India.
• If you previously had a UAE residence visa and left the country without cancelling the visa. Before awarding you a new tourist visa, the Public Relations Officer must get it revoked for you.
• If the UAE immigration rejects or delays your application for a Dubai visa because the scanned copies of your passport are illegible.
• Your visa may be denied if your passport shows you as a non-white collar professional, such as a worker, farmer, etc.
• Your application may be rejected or delayed if there are mistakes in the name, passport number, date of birth, or issuance and expiration dates.

Will I get a visa if my passport is to expire soon?

NO, your application for a UAE visa will be rejected if the passport is not valid at least 6 months before you want to visit UAE.

What do I do if I want to renew my visit visa?

UAE visit visa is valid for a period that falls anywhere between 30 and 90 days. Should it become necessary to renew the visa, the applicant can contact the Arabiers to apply for the extension.

What would happen if I extended my stay beyond the validity of my visa?

When you stay behold the visa validity, you are considered to have overstayed and are subject to hefty fines. In addition, you might eventually be barred from entering the country.

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UAE visiting visa: Airlines give strict directions to comply with rules

Against the backdrop of the UAE recently issuing guidelines relating to its visiting visa, airline companies have given strict directions to people who are planning to visit the country on visit and tourist visas for a hassle-free travel experience. The passengers entering the UAE on visit and tourist visas should have a passport with a validity of six months, a return ticket, hotel reservation details and a fixed amount for travel expenses. In a circular issued by Indian companies such as Indigo and Air India Express to the travel agents, the airlines have stated that the passengers with a month-long visa should have 3,000 dirhams (Rs 68,000) in their pocket and those with a visa having a validity of more than one month should carry 5,000 dirhams (Rs 1.13 lakh).

If the passengers are planning to stay with their friends or relatives in the UAE, their addresses and phone numbers should be produced. Indigo has made it clear that passengers without requisite documents won’t be allowed to travel to the UAE. The strictures had been issued against the backdrop of the UAE toughening its visiting visa rules. Many people couldn’t fly to the UAE due to a lack of proper travel papers in the recent times. The airlines gave the directions to the travel agents in a bid to clear the confusion about the changes in the UAE visiting visa rules.

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Indian expats in UAE ditch work to watch poll results, organise celebrations

Many stay glued to news as results of world’s largest democratic election come out

Dubai: From ditching work to follow live updates to organizing cake-cutting ceremonies and celebration parties, several Indian expats in the UAE had an eventful day as the results of the 18th general elections in India were declared on Tuesday.

Expats from various Indian states tuned in to national and local television channels, websites, and social media since early morning to follow the outcome of the world’s largest democracy’s elections. Several expat groups held their own exit poll predictions, with winners receiving prizes.

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With an estimated 3.5 million Indians living in the UAE, thousands had flown back to India to cast their votes during the marathon six-week, seven-phase election.

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In Dubai, dozens of ardent supporters of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gathered at a villa in Al Barsha to watch the live coverage of the poll results. The hall was decorated with saffron-coloured balloons and featured two life-size cutouts of Modi.

Meenakshi Bhasin, the host, said she was “fervently praying for the country to remain in safe and strong hands that will keep the flag of India flying high in the world.”

Dr. Nishi Singh, an attendee, mentioned that many people took time off work or a full day’s leave to join the event. “The excitement for the 2024 election results mounted by the minute as we NRIs in Dubai celebrated with prayers, song, and dance. Truly, the festival of democracy of the most populous nation peaked today as we eagerly awaited to see who would take over the reins of the government for the next five years.”

Majority in question

Another group of friends from different sectors and political affiliations gathered at an apartment in International City to watch the results live.

“Since the last general elections, we’ve come together like this to watch all major election results. Today, we had to take leave from work as it is a working day,” said Praveen Kumar, an IT consultant and a member of the medical volunteering team with the Indian Consulate in Dubai.

He expressed his desire for a stable government with a clear majority, noting, “In the absence of a clear majority, it will be difficult to get bills passed in parliament. It will not be a smooth ride for BJP like last time as they will have to depend on the allies.”

Voters’ delight

Sreerag Shine, a student from the UAE who cast his vote in Kerala, said he felt proud that he contributed to the democratic system in India and his vote mattered. “I voted for Congress MP of Attingal constituency, Adoor Prakash. The competition was really tough and he won with the least majority in Kerala. That means my vote did make an impact,” said Sreerag who is currently preparing for an entrance exam after completing grade 12 from GEMS Our Own English High School in Sharjah.

Priyadarshee Panigrahi, whose father Sriballav Panigrahi was a former minister and parliamentarian from Odisha, had undertaken a 20 hour-journey via air, rail and road modes to his hometown to cast his vote last month. The head of the MENA operations of a multinational company did not fail to keep track of the results even though he had to travel to Qatar for work.

“I was glued to TV channels through their websites and various news portals since early morning, grasping election news and various discussions before I headed to work. Elections are ‘festivals of democracy’ and the people have spoken. The results and trends are a bit surprising, and it looks like there will be a strong opposition,” he said in a WhatsApp message.

Celebration time

Jitendra Vaidya, president of Indian People’s Forum, UAE, said the members would be holding a celebration on Tuesday night. “It was wonderful to see that he [Modi] is on his way to form the government for the third time in India. He has taken India to a different level internationally and he will definitely make India the third largest economy,” he added.

Meanwhile, a cake cutting ceremony was planned by members of the Indian Association Sharjah celebrating the success of the United Democratic Front in Kerala, said Nisar Thalangara, president of Indian Association Sharjah.

“We need a strong, inclusive central government without divisions. The NDA’s expectation of 400 seats was not met, highlighting their failure in many states. It’s time for them to correct their mistakes. As expats, we have long-standing concerns like high airfares during peak travel times and the inability to vote. We need a mechanism for overseas voting and better medical support for aging expats. The UAE always supports whoever is in power in India. So, I am sure our ties will become stronger.”

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President of the United Arab Emirates His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi met in Abu Dhabi on 15 July 2023.

Both sides noted that this was the fifth visit of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to the UAE in the last eight years. Prime Minister Modi last visited the UAE in June 2022 when he visited Abu Dhabi to meet HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to convey his greetings as His Highness assumed the presidency of the UAE. In 2015, Prime Minister Modi became the first Prime Minister of India to visit the UAE in 34 years. This visit was followed by the visit of HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India in 2016, then in 2017, when HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was the Chief Guest at India’s Republic Day celebrations. Moreover, the India-UAE relationship was formally elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during the visit of HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India in 2017.

The leaders expressed satisfaction that UAE-India relations have witnessed tremendous progress on all fronts. India-UAE trade rose to USD 85 billion in 2022, making the UAE India’s third-largest trading partner for the year 2022-23 and India’s second-largest export destination. India is the UAE’s second largest trading partner. In February 2022, India became the first country with which the UAE signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Bilateral trade has increased by approximately 15% since the entry into force of the CEPA on 1 May 2022.

The leaders noted the significant global roles played by both countries in 2023, with India’s presidency of the G20 and the UAE’s presidency of COP28. The UAE side appreciated the hosting of the Voice of Global South Summit by India in January 2023. The Indian side also commended the UAE for its instrumental role in promoting the Global South’s interests at COP28 and making COP28 a “COP of action.” Both sides also looked forward to further cooperation in plurilateral fora such as I2U2 and the UAE-France-India trilateral cooperation initiative. They noted that such platforms provide greater opportunities for both countries to elevate the partnership to new heights.

Today, in Abu Dhabi, the President of the UAE HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi witnessed the following: I. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for the establishment of a framework to promote the use of local currencies (INR-AED) for cross-border transactions by Governors of the respective Central Banks.

II. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on interlinking payment and messaging systems by Governors of the respective Central Banks.

III. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for planning to establish Indian Institute of Technology – Delhi in Abu Dhabi.

The leaders discussed that developing the Local Currency Settlement System between the two countries to settle bilateral trade is a reflection of mutual confidence. Moreover, it underlines the robustness of the economies in both countries and enhances the economic engagement between the UAE and India. The leaders expressed their interest in strengthening cooperation in the payment systems area by enabling integration between their instant payment systems to process cross-border transactions between the UAE and India more efficiently. Such cooperation will also include the mutual acceptance of domestic card schemes by interlinking national card switches. Integration between these systems will enhance access to payment services for the benefit of the citizens and residents of the two countries.

The leaders reiterated their resolve to further strengthen investment ties between the two countries. In this context, they appreciated the efforts of the bilateral High-Level Joint Task Force of Investments. They acknowledged that the UAE became the fourth largest investor in India in 2022-2023, compared to the seventh in 2021-2022. They appreciated the plan of Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) to set up a presence in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), a financial free zone in Gujarat, in the next few months. This will further facilitate investment opportunities for the UAE in India.

The leaders also discussed the significance of the tripartite MoU between the Ministry of Education of India, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT Delhi) and Abu Dhabi Department of Education & Knowledge (ADEK) for the establishment of IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi. In February last year, during the Virtual Summit between the two leaders, they agreed to establish the Indian Institute of Technology in the UAE. Both sides have worked tirelessly over the past two years to make this vision a reality. The two leaders expressed their endorsement and approval that IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi will become operational by January 2024 by offering a Master’s program in Energy Transition and Sustainability. Other Bachelor, Master’s and Ph.D. Level programs are expected to be offered from September 2024, in addition to establishing research centers in the fields of sustainable energy, climate studies, computing, and data sciences.

The leaders resolved to further enhance bilateral partnership in the energy field, both in oil, gas, and renewable energy. Both sides will take forward their cooperation in Green Hydrogen, solar energy and grid connectivity. Both sides also agreed to increase investment across the energy spectrum, including in India’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve Programme.

The leaders acknowledged the joint work on issues of climate change, particularly during India’s presidency of the G20 and the UAE’s presidency of COP28. They resolved to work together to make COP28 a success for all.

Recognizing the importance of food security, the leaders reiterated their resolve to promote the reliability and resilience of food supply chains and expand food and agriculture trade, including through food corridors projects in India. The UAE side will complete its consultations with various Indian stakeholders swiftly for the early realization of projects in this area.

The leaders highlighted the importance of the health sector and scope of cooperation bilaterally and in third countries by energizing ongoing health cooperation and further diversifying it. The potential of both countries to become a reliable alternative in global health supply chains of vaccines and medicines was highlighted. Opportunities for collaboration in the growing health infrastructure in the UAE and India were also discussed.

The leaders noted that people-to-people contacts, which date back centuries, are one of the strongest and most important pillars of the historic India-UAE ties. The UAE expressed appreciation that the large Indian diaspora continues to play a significant role in the society and economy of the UAE and further reinforces bilateral relations.

The leaders agreed to further strengthen bilateral collaboration to strengthen maritime security and connectivity in the region to promote prosperity in India, the UAE, and the shared neighborhood. They also agreed to enhance defense exchanges, sharing of experiences, training, and capacity building.

The leaders reaffirmed their joint commitment to the fight against extremism and terrorism, including cross-border terrorism, in all forms, at both the regional and international levels. They agreed to further deepen their bilateral cooperation in the fight against terrorism, terrorist financing, and extremism. In this context, they emphasized the importance of promoting the values of peace, moderation, coexistence, and tolerance among peoples and stressed the need for all forms of extremism, hate speech, discrimination, and incitement to be renounced.

Both leaders emphasized the importance of multilateralism and called for collective action to promote a just, rules-based global order. The two leaders also expressed satisfaction on the coordination between the two sides on UN Security Council matters, especially in 2022, when both countries served as non-permanent members of the UNSC. Prime Minister Modi commended the UAE’s achievements during the UAE’s term as an elected member of the Security Council. The UAE reiterated its endorsement of India’s bid for permanent membership of the reformed UNSC.

Prime Minister Modi thanked HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his warm hospitality to his delegation. Prime Minister Modi is looking forward to the participation of HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in the G20 Leaders’ Summit on 9-10 September 2023 in New Delhi.

Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, exploring emerging areas of collaboration, and promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in the region and beyond.

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Global Measles

• Many international destinations are reporting increased numbers of cases of measles.
• Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure or have not had measles in the past and travel internationally.
• The majority of measles cases imported into the United States occur in unvaccinated U.S. residents who become infected during international travel.
• All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .
• Travelers should seek medical care if they develop a rash, high fever, cough, runny nose, or red, watery eyes. Measles is highly contagious. Travelers with suspected measles should notify the healthcare facility before visiting so staff can implement precautions to prevent spread within the facility.

Measles is  a highly contagious virus that lives in the nose and throat mucus of an infected person. It can spread to others through coughing and sneezing .

The measles virus can live for up to two hours in an airspace or on a surface after an infected person leaves an area. If other people breathe the contaminated air or touch the infected surface, then touch their eyes, noses, or mouths, they can become infected. People can spread measles up to four days before and four days after a rash.

Signs and symptoms of measles include maculopapular rash, high fever, and a cough, runny nose, or red, watery eyes.

Measles can be severe in all age groups and can lead to serious complications, such as pneumonia (infection of the lungs) and death. Several groups are more likely to suffer from measles complications, including children younger than five years of age, adults older than 20 years of age, pregnant women, and people with compromised immune systems, such as from leukemia or HIV infection. Common complications are ear infections and diarrhea. Serious complications include pneumonia and encephalitis (infection of the brain).

What is the current situation?

Measles is an ongoing risk around the world. Health officials in the countries listed below have reported large measles outbreaks. 

• Afghanistan
• Burkina Faso
• Central African Republic
• Cote d’Ivoire
• Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Equatorial Guinea
• Philippines
• Republic of the Congo
• Saudi Arabia
• South Sudan
• United Arab Emirates

Measles spreads rapidly and may become a risk to travelers in places not included on the list above. CDC recommends all travelers are fully vaccinated against measles when traveling to any international destination.

What can travelers do to protect themselves and others from measles?

Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated two weeks prior to departure and travel internationally.

Vaccination with a measles-containing vaccine is the best way to make sure that you are protected. Infants 6 through 11 months of age should receive one dose of MMR vaccine. Infants who had one dose of MMR vaccine before their first birthday should follow the recommended schedule and get another dose at 12–15 months and a final dose at 4–6 years. Children 12 months of age and older, teenagers, and adults who do not have presumptive evidence of immunity against measles should get two doses of MMR vaccine separated by at least 28 days. If the child received a first dose with measles-mumps-rubella-varicella (MMRV), they should wait 3 months before their second dose. 

If you are not sure if you or your travel companions are fully protected against measles, schedule an appointment to see your clinician at least 6 weeks before traveling so that you have enough time to get vaccinated.

Some people should not get a measles-containing vaccine or should wait. If you don’t think you can safely receive a measles-containing vaccine, talk to your clinician and consider making alternative travel plans.

What can clinicians do?

A self-report of measles vaccination or self-reported history of measles infection is not adequate evidence of protection. Clinicians should vaccinate anyone 6 months or older traveling overseas who does not have written documentation of vaccination or other evidence of measles immunity . Infants aged 6–11 months should be vaccinated with one dose before travel*. For international travelers 12 months or older, 2 doses at least 28 days apart are recommended.

*Infants who get one dose of MMR vaccine before their first birthday should be revaccinated according to the routine ACIP schedule (one dose at 12 through 15 months of age and a final dose at 4–6 years).

Traveler Information

• CDC Measles Homepage
• Travelers’ Health Measles Website
• Humanitarian Aid Workers
• Measles: Plan for Travel
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine Information Statement
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (MMRV) Vaccine Information Statement

Clinician Information

• Measles (Rubeola)  in the CDC Yellow Book (Health Information for International Travel)
• Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) Recommendations for  MMR  Vaccine and  MMRV  Vaccine
• Measles Information for Healthcare Professionals
• Guidance on Measles during the Summer Travel Season

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