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"Our bilateral trade has risen by 20 per cent. We have achieved $85 billion of trade and soon we will achieve the target of $100 billion," says PM Modi in Abu Dhabi.

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PM Narendra Modi meets UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in Abu Dhabi.

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"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," said PM Modi.

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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.

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"Grateful to Crown Prince HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for welcoming me at the airport today," says PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi in UAE on an official bilateral visit, meets Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

PM Modi meets with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed.

PM Modi greeted by dignitaries as he lands in Abu Dhabi.

PM Modi arrives in Abu Dhabi, UAE on an official visit

PM Modi will hold meeting with President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on key bilateral issues.

Modi's trip to Abu Dhabi will mark the completion of the triad after a substantive engagement with the leadership of France.

India and France on Friday said they were exploring possibilities for co-development and co-production of key military platforms, including for the benefit of friendly countries, as they unveiled a 25-year roadmap to deepen their strategic partnership.

Day-long visit

Energy, food security, and defence could very well be the focus areas when Modi touches down in Abu Dhabi for the day-long visit during which the two strategic partners will review the progress after they inked a landmark trade agreement.

PM Modi stated that UAE will be hosting the 28th Conference of Parties of the UNFCCC (COP-28) later this year.

He further said, "I also look forward to exchanging views on strengthening global cooperation towards accelerating climate action to facilitate the energy transition and implementation of the Paris Agreement. I am confident that my visit to UAE will usher in a new chapter in our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership."

"From Paris, I will be travelling to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, for an Official Visit on July 15. I look forward to meeting my friend, H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi," PM Modi said in a statement before his departure from India.

"Our two countries are engaged across a wide range of sectors such as trade, investments, energy, food security, science & technology, education, fintech, defence, security, and robust people-to-people ties. Last year, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and I agreed on a Roadmap on the future of our partnership, and I look forward to discussing with him how to further deepen our ties," he added.

After concluding his visit to France, PM Modi is now travelling to Abu Dhabi.

He noted that India and UAE are engaged across various sectors, including fintech, defence, security and energy. During his visit, he will meet UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

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Joint Statement: Visit of PM to the United Arab Emirates (February 13-14, 2024)

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 February 13, 2024. President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the UAE and expressed his appreciation for accepting the invitation to speak at the World Government Summit 2024 in Dubai on February 14, 2024.

The two leaders underlined that this was the seventh visit of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to the UAE in the last nine years. The Prime Minister last visited the UAE on December 1, 2023, to participate in the UNFCCC COP28 conference in Dubai, where he met with UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines. During that visit, India applauded the COP28 presidency for guiding the “COP for Action” and arriving at “The UAE Consensus.” The Prime Minister participated in the COP28 Presidency’s Session on “Transforming Climate Finance”, and together with the UAE President, co-hosted the high-level event on the ‘Green Credits Programme’ on the sidelines of Summit. The leaders also highlighted the four visits of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India over the past eight years, the latest of which was on January 9-10, 2024, to attend the 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, as Chief Guest, and during which he witnessed the exchange of several Memorandums of Understanding on Investment Cooperation, along with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.

The two leaders discussed the India-UAE bilateral relationship, which was formally elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during the visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India in 2017. They expressed satisfaction on the progress achieved in various sectors, noting that the partnership between the two countries has been significantly expanding over the years.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi witnessed the exchange of the following:

• Bilateral Investment Treaty • Inter-Governmental Framework Agreement on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) • Memorandum of Understanding for cooperation on Digital Infrastructure Projects • Memorandum of Understanding in the field of Electricity Interconnection and Trade. • Memorandum of Understanding for cooperation with the National Maritime Heritage Complex, Lothal at Gujarat. • Cooperation Protocol between the National Library and Archives of the UAE and the National Archives of India. • Agreement on interlinking of the instant payment platforms – UPI (India) and AANI (UAE). • Agreement on inter-linking domestic debit/credit cards – RuPay (India) with JAYWAN (UAE).

Ahead of the visit , RITES Limited signed agreement with Abu Dhabi Ports Company and Gujarat Maritime Board with Abu Dhabi Ports Company. These would help in building port infrastructure and further enhance connectivity between the two countries.

The two leaders endorsed the efforts from both sides to strengthen the strong economic and commercial cooperation and explore new areas of collaboration. They welcomed the strong growth witnessed in the UAE-India trade relations since the entry into force of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on May 1, 2022. As a result, the UAE is 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, with the bilateral trade rising to USD 85 billion in 2022-23. In this regard, the leaders expressed optimism regarding elevating the bilateral trade to USD 100 billion well ahead of the target year 2030. The two leaders also acknowledged the formal unveiling of the UAE-India CEPA Council (UICC), which stands as an important development in the bilateral trade partnership.

The leaders noted that the Bilateral Investment Treaty will be a key enabler for further promoting investments in both countries across sectors. The UAE was also the fourth largest investor in India in 2023 and the seventh largest source of Foreign Direct Investment overall. They highlighted that India has signed both the Bilateral Investment Treaty and a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with the UAE, reflecting the uniqueness and depth of the bilateral economic engagement between the two countries.

The leaders underscored the importance of a well-functioning and equitable multilateral trading system in fostering global economic prosperity and resilience, and stressed the importance for the 13th WTO Ministerial Conference, taking place in Abu Dhabi from 26 to 29 February 2024, to achieve a meaningful outcome that serves the interests of all WTO Members and strengthens the rules-based trade order.

The leaders welcomed the decision to create Bharat Mart at Jebel Ali, which will further promote bilateral trade and serve as a platform for enhancing the utilization of CEPA by leveraging the strategic location of Jebel Ali port. They noted that Bharat Mart would support micro, small and medium sector enterprises from India by providing them an effective platform to reach out to international buyers and promote their products across Middle East, Africa, and Eurasia.

The leaders appreciated the deepening of economic engagement in the financial sector. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the launch of the UAE’s domestic card scheme JAYWAN, leveraging on the digital RuPay stack shared by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) with the Central Bank of the UAE. They also welcomed the Agreement on interlinking the national payment platforms – UPI (India) and AANI (UAE), which will facilitate seamless cross-border transactions between the two countries.

The two leaders discussed ways to enhance their bilateral partnership in the energy sector, which includes oil, gas, and renewable energy. They acknowledged the recent signing of two new long-term LNG supply agreements between ADNOC Gas and Indian Oil Corporation Ltd and Gas Authority of India Ltd (GAIL) for 1.2 MMTPA and 0.5 MMTPA, respectively. These agreements mark the beginning of a new era in the energy partnership between the two countries, and both leaders encouraged the companies to explore more such opportunities. Furthermore, the two sides agreed to advance their cooperation in hydrogen, solar energy, and grid connectivity.

The leaders acknowledged that the Memorandum of Understanding in the field of Electricity Interconnection and Trade signed today opens a new area of energy cooperation between the two countries, which will also bring to life the Green Grids – One Sun One World One Grid (OSOWOG) initiative launched during by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi during COP26. . They expressed confidence that the MoU would further boost energy cooperation and connectivity between both countries.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi thanked President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his personal support and for his graciousness in granting the land for the construction of the BAPS Temple in Abu Dhabi. Both sides noted that the BAPS Temple is a celebration of UAE-India friendship, deep-rooted cultural bonds uniting the two nations, and also an embodiment of the UAE’s global commitment to harmony, tolerance and peaceful coexistence.

Both leaders noted that the cooperation protocol between the National Archives of the two countries and the MoU for cooperation with National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal, Gujarat will help in restoring the centuries old roots of India-UAE relationship and preserving the treasures of shared history.

The two leaders appreciated the commencement of the first Master’s program in Energy Transition and Sustainability by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi in Abu Dhabi, the first IIT in the Middle East. They reiterated the shared commitment of both countries for cooperation in education and research with a focus on advanced technologies, Artificial Intelligence, and sustainable energy.

The two leaders reviewed the progress of establishing the UAE-India Culture Council Forum and the membership of the council from both sides. The two leaders also emphasized the role of cultural and knowledge diplomacy in shaping a deeper mutual understanding that benefits both nations.

The leaders welcomed the MoU for creation of an intergovernmental framework between India and UAE on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor IMEEC, which reflected the lead taken by the UAE and India in furthering regional connectivity. The main elements of the Framework include development and management of a logistics platform, including a digital ecosystem, and provision of supply chain services to handle all types of general cargo, bulk, containers and liquid bulk in order to enable IMEEC. This will be the first agreement under the IMEEC initiative, launched on the side-lines of G20 Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi.

The leaders welcomed the MoU to jointly explore, assess and evaluate investment cooperation in the digital infrastructure sector. This MoU was signed by the Ministry of Investment of the UAE and the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology of the Republic of India and focuses on creating strong and effective collaboration by building relationships between public and private organisations in the UAE and India. It aims to explore and evaluate the possibility of establishing a supercomputer cluster in India and data centre projects in India.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi thanked President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the warm hospitality extended to him and the Indian delegation.

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India's Narendra Modi to visit UAE on July 15

The prime minister says he will arrive in abu dhabi after his trip to france.

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his visit to the UAE will discuss a range of issues with senior leaders. EPA

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the UAE on July 15 following his state visit to France , which begins today.

Mr Modi will meet senior leaders in Abu Dhabi where they will discuss issues including co-operation on global issues, particularly the UAE’s presidency of Cop28 and India’s G20 presidency, in which the UAE is a Special Invitee.

“I am confident our interactions will add strength to India-UAE friendship and benefit the people of our countries,” he said.

This will be Mr Modi's fifth visit to the nation since he was elected.

“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, health care, food security, fintech, defence and culture,” India's Ministry of External Affairs said.

He will begin his official trip by visiting Paris, at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, where he will be the guest of honour at the Bastille Day Parade on July 14, in which an Indian armed forces contingent will take part.

During the visit, Mr Modi will hold formal talks with President Macron who is expected to host a state banquet as well as a private dinner in honour of the Indian prime minister.

On the 15th, I will be in UAE for an official visit. I shall be holding talks with H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. I am confident our interactions will add strength to India-UAE friendship and benefit the people of our countries. @MohamedBinZayed — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 13, 2023

Separately, he will meet with the Indian diaspora in France, as well as chief executives of Indian and French companies and prominent French personalities.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the India-France Strategic Partnership and the visit will provide an opportunity to continue charting the course of the partnership across sectors such as cultural, scientific, academic and economic co-operation.

Bilateral non-oil trade between the U AE and India has reached $50.5 billion, a 5.8 per cent annual increase, in the first 12 months since the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement .

The UAE signed its first Cepa with India in February last year and it took effect the following May.

The benefits of the Cepa partnership include enhanced market access, lower or eliminated tariff rules, simpler customs procedures, clear and transparent rules, and rule-based competition.

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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has now landed in Abu Dhabi, and was received by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi.

Modi is in the United Arab Emirates on an official visit. He thanked Sheikh Khaled for receiving him at the airport today. In a tweet, Modi said, "Grateful to Crown Prince HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for welcoming me at the airport today."

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs in a statement said that as part of an official visit to the UAE, Modi will meet and hold talks with the President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Here is a video of him being received by the Crown Prince and meeting him:

According to ANI, Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, displayed the Indian flag last night to welcome Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the country.

“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 said.

“It will also be an opportunity to discuss cooperation on global issues, particularly in the context of the UAE’s presidency of COP28 of the UNFCCC and India’s G-20 presidency in which UAE is a special invitee.”

(With inputs from Ashwani Kumar)

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PM Modi UAE Visit 2024 Highlights: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Qatar’s capital, Doha Thursday. PM Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral meeting with Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, ANI said in a tweet.

Addressing the inauguration of the BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dabhi, PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday said, “a long-standing dream has come true,” and added, “today, the land of UAE has scripted a golden chapter in the history of humanity.” The inauguration of the 108-ft high temple marks a significant moment for the Hindu community in UAE, as well as for the two countries’ bilateral ties. The temple was built by the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), a denomination of the Swaminarayan Sampradaya, a Vaishnav sect of Hinduism.

Speaking at the World Government Summit in Dubai, PM Modi on Wednesday asserted that the “world today needs inclusive governments, which take everyone along and are clean and free from corruption.” Modi said it is the job of the government to ensure that their interference in people’s lives is minimal. “My fundamental principle has always been ‘Minimum government, maximum governance’. I have always emphasised creating an environment in which the sense of enterprise and energy in the citizens grows,” he said. 

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaking at the inauguration of the BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dabhi said, " Today, the land of UAE has scripted a golden chapter in the history of humanity."

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As Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the BAPS temple in UAE on Wednesday, it was a moment of pride for a family in Kerala, which made the idol of Lord Ayyappa that was placed at the first Hindu temple in the Gulf country.

The panchaloha idol of Ayyappa was manufactured by a group of companies run by traditional artisans Ananthan Achari and his son Anu Ananthan at Parumala in Pathanamthitta district. “We are very proud of being associated with the temple. We have made idols and dhwaja stambha (flag pole) for hundreds of temples. But the opportunity to make the idol for BAPS temple is really a blessing of Ayyappa,” said Anu.

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PM Narendra Modi visits the complex at BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi.VIDEO | PM Modi visits the complex of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi. He will inaugurate the temple shortly.

VIDEO | PM Modi visits the complex of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi. He will inaugurate the temple shortly. pic.twitter.com/pQA8oPq5UX — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 14, 2024

PM Modi arrives at BAPS Swaminarayan temple

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Mandir, the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi.

#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Mandir, the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi. PM Modi will shortly inaugurate the temple. pic.twitter.com/rU9EnWqGNj — ANI (@ANI) February 14, 2024

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The Abu Dhabi temple is a traditional stone Hindu temple with seven shikhars. Built in the traditional Nagar style, the temple’s front panel depicts universal values, stories of harmony from different cultures, Hindu spiritual leaders and avatars.

Spread over 27 acres, the temple complex is on 13.5 acres, with a parking area of 13.5 acres that can accommodate around 1,400 cars and 50 buses. The 13.5 acres of land was gifted by Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE in 2019.

The height of the temple is 108 ft, length 262 ft and width 180 ft. While the external facade uses pink sandstone from Rajasthan, the interior uses Italian marbles. A total of 20,000 tonnes of stones and marble was shipped in 700 containers for the temple. More than Rs 700 crore was spent on the temple’s construction.

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IEA will gain from India's increased involvement: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the International Energy Agency (IEA) on its 50th anniversary, he said that India brings talent, technology and innovation to the table. He also emphasised that inclusivity boosts the credibility and capability of any institution. 

In the video on X (formerly Twitter) PM Modi said that India is the world's fastest-growing major economy and that sustained growth needs energy security and sustainability. He added that in one decade, India went from the 11th-largest economy to the fifth-largest. In the same timeframe, its solar energy capacity grew twenty-sixfold while its renewable energy capacity also doubled.  He said the IEA will benefit from India playing a bigger role in it, and stated that "1.4 billion Indians bring scale and speed, quantity and quality to every mission."

Sharing my remarks at the International Energy Agency’s Ministerial Meeting. https://t.co/tZrgrjdkJC — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 14, 2024

PM Modi holds bilateral meetings with UAE counterpart

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“Strengthening India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership! PM @narendramodi met VP & PM of UAE @HHShkMohd in Dubai. Discussions covered a wide range of areas of bilateral cooperation including trade & investment, technology, education, and people-to-people ties,” said a post on the official X handle of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

PM @narendramodi and Vice President and PM of UAE @HHShkMohd held a wonderful meeting in Dubai. They leaders discussed various aspects of bilateral cooperation, spanning trade and investment, technology, education and people-to-people ties. pic.twitter.com/9XaMyOdF9e — PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 14, 2024

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President of Madagascar Andry Rajoelina met on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit in UAE.

In a statement MEA said, "Both leaders recognized the long-standing friendly relations and ancient geographical ties between the two countries. They discussed ways to advance bilateral ties and appreciated the close cooperation between the two countries in various multilateral fora, including the UN." MEA also said that India will remain a committed partner in the developmental journey of Madagascar.

PM @narendramodi and President @SE_Rajoelina of Madagascar had a fruitful meeting in Dubai. Their discussions focused on deepening bilateral ties between both the countries. The Prime Minister reassured Madagascar of India's unwavering support in its developmental journey. pic.twitter.com/IiJW2PFgYR — PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 14, 2024

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers stump re-election speech on international stage in UAE

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave a stump speech for his re-election on a global stage Wednesday in the United Arab Emirates, describing his years in power as pushing for “minimum government, maximum governance.”

Modi's comments come as he prepares for the inauguration of a stone-built Hindu temple near Abu Dhabi, the country's capital, after meeting with the Emirati leader he's repeatedly described as “his brother.”

That personal touch seems aimed at further cementing ties with the UAE, an oil-rich country that supplies India's energy needs while also serving as a home for some 3.5 million of his countrymen abroad. “I believe that people should neither feel the absence of a government, but at the same time, nor should there be pressure from the government,” Modi said in a speech before the World Governments Summit in Dubai. “In fact, I believe that the government should interfere as little as possible in the lives of people," he said. (AP)

PM Modi inaugurates 'Bharat Mart', a warehousing facility, in Dubai

PM Modi on Wednesday inaugurated 'Bharat Mart', a warehousing facility, in Dubai

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai also present at the inauguration event.

#WATCH | PM Modi inaugurates 'Bharat Mart', a warehousing facility, in Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai also present at the inauguration event pic.twitter.com/TjBKDW4ezn — ANI (@ANI) February 14, 2024

‘World today needs governments which are inclusive and corruption free’ says PM Modi at World Govt Summit

Speaking at the  World Government Summit in Dubai, PM Modi on Wednesday asserted that the “world today needs inclusive governments, which take everyone along and are clean and free from corruption.” Modi said it is the job of the government to ensure that their interference in people’s lives is minimal. “My fundamental principle has always been ‘Minimum government, maximum governance’. I have always emphasised creating an environment in which the sense of enterprise and energy in the citizens grows,” he said. 

My motto has been 'Minimum government, maximum governance', says PM Modi at World Govt Summit in Dubai

At the World Government Summit in Dubai, Prime Minister Modi emphasised the importance of minimizing government interference in people's lives, stating, "My fundamental principle has always been 'Minimum government, maximum governance'. I have always emphasised creating an environment in which the sense of enterprise and energy in the citizens grows..."

#WATCH | At the World Governments Summit in Dubai, PM Modi says,"...I believe that it is the job of the government to ensure that government interference in people's lives is minimal...My biggest principle has been 'Minimum government, maximum governance'. I have always… pic.twitter.com/IVKDwm3KIc — ANI (@ANI) February 14, 2024

Soon India will have the third biggest startup ecosystem in the world, asserts PM Modi at World Govt Summit in Dubai

Prime Minister Modi on Wednesday underscored India's commitment to women-led development and youth empowerment at the World Government Summit in Dubai.

"We have focused on women-led development. We are strengthening the financial, social and political conditions of the Indian women. We have also given reservations to women in the Parliament. We are also creating new opportunities for youth and focusing on their skill development. Soon, India will have the third biggest startup ecosystem (of the world)," he said. 

VIDEO | "We have focused on women-led development. We are strengthening the financial, social and political conditions of the Indian women. We have also given reservation to women in the Parliament. We are also creating new opportunities for youth and focusing on their skill… pic.twitter.com/XUtqXJURWm — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 14, 2024

Over the last few years, people's trust has increased in the Indian government, says PM Modi World Government Summit in Dubai

"Over the last few years, people's trust has increased in the Indian government. People have trust in the intent and commitment of the Indian government. This was possible only because we prioritised public sentiments in governance," says PM Modi while addressing the World Government Summit in Dubai.

VIDEO | "Over the last few years, people's trust has increased over the Indian government. People have trust over the intent and commitment of the Indian government. This was possible only because we prioritised public sentiments in governance," says PM @narendramodi , addressing… pic.twitter.com/GA20XgjgeJ — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 14, 2024

Dubai is becoming the global epicentre of global economy & technology, says PM Modi

"World Government Summit has become a medium to bring thought leaders from all over the world together on a big stage. And the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid has played a major role. The way Dubai is becoming the global epicentre of global economy, commerce and technology is a big achievement," he said. 

#WATCH | At the World Governments Summit in Dubai, PM Modi says, "The way Dubai is becoming the global epicentre of global economy, commerce and technology is a big thing..." pic.twitter.com/T8GuvfXFLg — ANI (@ANI) February 14, 2024

PM Modi thanks ‘his brother’ UAE President for a warm welcome; calls him a visionary leader

Prime Minister Modi began his speech at the World Government Summit in Dubai by thanking ‘his brother’ the UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for a warm welcome to the country. “I have gotten the chance to meet him quite a few times in the past few days. He is not only a leader of vision but also the leader of resolve and commitment,” Modi said.

'An honour to be speaking at the World Government Summit today' says PM Modi

“It is an honour to be speaking at the World Government Summit later today. I shall be elaborating on a wide range of subjects, which will strengthen the conversations around building a better planet” PM Modi posted on X.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE)will also inaugurate Abu Dhabi’s first Hindu temple on Wednesday.

It is an honour to be speaking at the @WorldGovSummit later today. I shall be elaborating on a wide range of subjects, which will strengthen the conversations around building a better planet. https://t.co/sfsd3bZbPa — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 14, 2024

Abu Dhabi's First Hindu Temple: How Big Is It & How Much Does It Cost? | Explained

Watch | Consecration ceremony of BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi begins

The Consecration ceremony of the BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi has begun ahead of its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, later today. 

#WATCH | UAE | Consecration ceremony of BAPS Hindu Mandir, Abu Dhabi being done ahead of its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, later today. (Video: BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha) pic.twitter.com/qHYUc8ZNhF — ANI (@ANI) February 14, 2024

Express Explained | PM Modi to inaugurate BAPS temple in UAE: Its special features, architecture, significance

During  his two-day visit to UAE, Prime Minister Narendra Modi  will inaugurate the BAPS Swaminarayan temple in Abu Dhabi, the first Hindu temple in the Gulf nation.

The inauguration of the 108-ft high temple marks a significant moment for the Hindu community in UAE, as well as for the two countries’ bilateral ties.

What is BAPS?

The temple has been built by the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), a denomination of the Swaminarayan Sampradaya, a Vaishnav sect of Hinduism. (Read More)

tone from Rajasthan, artificial river created from Ganga waters, Abu Dhabi’s first Hindu temple is steeped in symbolism

Eighteen lakh bricks, seven lakh man hours and 1.8 lakh cubic metres of sandstone directly from Rajasthan —  Abu Dhabi’s first Hindu temple  has been made in the Nagara style of architecture, just like the recently inaugurated Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Built in the Emirate’s Abu Mreikhah Cultural District at an estimated cost of Rs 700 crore, this is the Middle East’s first traditional stone Hindu temple.

Scheduled to be inaugurated by Prime Minister  Narendra Modi  on Wednesday (February 14), the UAE temple is among 1,200 such temples built and managed by the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, an organisation in India and countries with a sizeable Indian community like the US, UK, Australia and New Zealand.

Around 50 km away stands the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the country’s largest mosque, which receives 50,000 visitors — worshippers and tourists alike — on a daily basis. (Click here to read more)

India, UAE ink pacts on linking digital payment platforms, trade, energy

AS PRIME Minister Narendra Modi met UAE’s President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday,  India and the UAE  signed pacts on bilateral investment promotion, port infrastructure development, power trade, interlinking of digital payment platforms like the UPI, credit and debit cards, and an intergovernmental framework agreement on the India-Middle East Economic Corridor.

According to the MEA, the two sides also signed agreements on interlinking of digital payment platforms — UPI (India) and AANI (UAE). “This will facilitate seamless cross-border transactions between the two countries. This follows the MoU on interlinking payment and messaging systems signed in July last year during PM’s visit to Abu Dhabi,” it said.

They also signed a pact on interlinking domestic debit/ credit cards — RuPay (India) with JAYWAN (UAE).  (Read More)

PM Modi In UAE: Warm Reception and Bilateral Talks With UAE President Sheikh Mohammed

PM Modi who began his two-day visit to the Arab nation on Tuesday arrived in Abu Dhabi and was welcomed by United Arab Emirates president Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He was also accorded the Guard of Honour, signifying the warm reception and diplomatic significance of the visit.

PM Modi to inaugurate Abu Dhabi’s first Hindu Temple today

rime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is all set to inaugurate Abu Dhabi’s first Hindu temple on Wednesday. Situated in Abu Mureikhah near Al Rahba, the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Mandir has been built on around 27 acres of land.

The work for the structure has been going on since 2019 and the land for it was donated by the UAE government.

Live Webcast of Dedication Assembly of BAPS Hindu Mandir, Abu Dhabi, UAE https://t.co/5N0bEZpQss pic.twitter.com/fRhsHeYcJb — BAPS (@BAPS) February 12, 2024

Dubai's Burj Khalifa lights up ahead of PM Modi's speech to the World Government Summit

Dubai's Burj Khalifa lit up with the words "Guest of Honor -the Republic of India" ahead of PM Modi's address to the World Government Summit, 2024. Prime Minister Modi is a Guest of Honour at the event and is expected to deliver a keynote address.

UPI services to be launched in UAE soon, will make seamless payments possible: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while highlighting the Digital India campaign, said that UPI services would soon begin in UAE. Talking about the digital revolution in India, Modi said that the people in UAE would also receive the benefits. 'We shared RuPay card pack with the UAE...UPI is about to begin in UAE soon. With this, seamless payments will be possible between the UAE and Indian accounts...,' Modi said.

#WATCH | At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, 'Today, India is being recognised for its mega infrastructure projects. India is being recognized as a vibrant tourism destination. India is being recognised as a big sports power. You will be proud to hear this. You… pic.twitter.com/RfCrPqXEs7 — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

India among the first countries to reach wherever there is crisis: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the world looks at India as a 'Vishwa Bandhu', while adding that India is among the first countries to reach wherever there is crisis. "Today India's voice is heard on every major platform of the world," PM Modi said. "Today's strong India stands with its people at every step..." he said.

#WATCH | At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "...Today the world is looking at India as a 'Vishwa Bandhu'. Today India's voice is heard on every major platform of the world. Wherever there is a crisis, the name of India comes among the first countries to reach… pic.twitter.com/5tqdhNfSAh — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

UAE India's third largest trade partner, seventh largest investor: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while speaking at the 'Ahlan Modi' event on Tuesday, said that the UAE was India's third largest trade partner and seventh largest investor. "Both the countries are cooperating a lot in Ease of Living and Ease of Doing Business. Even today, the MoUs that were signed between us are taking forward this commitment,"Modi said. He said that the two countries were integrating their financial system, while strengthening partnership in the field of technology and innovation.

#WATCH | At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "Our relation is that of talent, innovation and culture. In the past, we have re-energised our relations, in every direction. The two countries have walked together and have gone ahead together. Today, UAE is India's… pic.twitter.com/KKLn32J5uu — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

PM says new CBSE office to open in Dubai, highlights Master's course in IIT Delhi in Abu Dhabi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing members of the Indian diaspora at Abu Dhabi, said that a new Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) office would soon open in Dubai. He added that a Master's course was also introduced at IIT-Delhi's ABu Dhabi campus. "These institutions will be helpful in providing the best education to the Indian community here," Modi said. 

#WATCH | At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "...more than 1.5 lakh Indian students are studying in UAE schools... Master's course was started at the IIT Delhi campus here last month and a new CBSE office will be opened soon in Dubai. These institutions will be… pic.twitter.com/xUwKpazZxR — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

Goal of every Indian to make India a developed country by 2047: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that it was every Indian's goal at present to make India a developed country. While addressing members of the Indian diaspora at the Ahlan Modi event, the Prime Minister highlighted the country's start-up ecosystem, India's space missions, and the development of 5G technology in the country. 

#WATCH | At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "Today, the goal of every Indian is to make India a developed country by 2047. What is that country whose economy is progressing rapidly? Our India...Which country has the world's third-largest start-up ecosystem? Our… pic.twitter.com/1u4wkCIRMh — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

India and UAE's achievement in community, cultural relations a model for the world, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing Indian diaspora members in Abu Dhabi, said that what the India and UAE had achieved in community and cultural relations could serve as a model for the whole world. He further said that India-UAE relations are reaching unprecedented heights, adding that the two countries were partners in each other's progress.

Fortunate that UAE has awarded me with its highest civilian award: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, said that he was fortunate that he was awarded the country's highest civilian honour - The Order of Zayed. "This honour is not just mine but that of the crores of Indians, of all of you," Modi said.

#WATCH | At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "I am fortunate that the UAE has awarded me with its highest civilian award - The Order of Zayed. This honour is not just mine but that of the crores of Indians, of all of you." pic.twitter.com/avfYnaaCwK — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

Lakhs welcomed UAE President in Gujarat for the way he has taken care of Indian diaspora: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, talking about UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's visit to Gujarat for the Vibrant Gujarat Summit last year, said that lakhs of people had welcomed him because of the way he had taken care of the Indian diaspora. "I am happy that we got the opportunity to welcome him four times in India," Modi added.

#WATCH | At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "This is my 7th visit to the UAE in the last 10 years. Brother Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed also came to receive me at the airport today...this makes him special. I am happy that we got the opportunity to welcome him four… pic.twitter.com/Lu4iyJXPWz — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

PM recalls first diplomatic visit to UAE, says warm welcome given by Crown Prince was for 140 cr Indians

Recalling his diplomatic visit to the UAE in 2015, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that it was an Indian PM's first visit in three decades to the gulf nation. " At that time, I was welcomed at the airport by the then Crown Prince and today's President along with his five brothers," Modi said. "That welcome was not for me alone but for the 140 crore Indians...," the Prime Minister added.

#WATCH | At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "I remember my first visit (to the UAE) in 2015 when it had been only some time since I came to the Centre. It was the first visit of an Indian PM to the UAE, after three decades. The world of diplomacy was new to me.… pic.twitter.com/InNZonWPWU — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

Have brought the message of 140 crore people, Bharat is proud of you: PM to Indian diaspora

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing Indian diaspora members at the Zayed sports stadium in Abu Dhabi, said that he had brought the fragrance of the soil where they were born. He added that he had also "brought the message of 140 crore people. The message is that Bharat is proud of you...". 

#WATCH | At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "I have come to meet my family members. I have brought the fragrance of the soil where you were born and have brought the message of 140 crore people. The message is that Bharat is proud of you..." pic.twitter.com/uAbIbwny2O — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

You have created history in Abu Dhabi today: PM Modi addresses Indian diaspora members

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the Indian diaspora in Abu Dhabi at the 'Ahlan Modi' event, said that the members had created history. 'You have come from all corners of UAE, and different states of India, but everyone's hearts are connected. At this historic stadium, every heartbeat, every breath, every voice says - Long live India-UAE friendship..,' Modi said.

#WATCH | At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, 'Today in Abu Dhabi, you have created a new history. You have come here from all corners of the UAE and different states of India. But everyone's heart is connected. At this historic stadium, every heartbeat, every… pic.twitter.com/2VzShb2YAK — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

Watch | Members of the Indian diaspora welcome PM Modi at the Zayed Sports Stadium

#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi at the Zayed Sports Stadium in Abu Dhabi, UAE for the 'Ahlan Modi' event. pic.twitter.com/WMda8SzOlg — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

PM Modi arrives at the Zayed Sports Stadium in Abu Dhabi for the 'Ahlan Modi' event

#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi arrives at the Zayed Sports Stadium in Abu Dhabi, UAE for the 'Ahlan Modi' event. PM will address the Indian diaspora here, shortly. pic.twitter.com/tASLXlNnNi — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

During  his two-day visit to UAE, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the BAPS Swaminarayan temple in Abu Dhabi, the first Hindu temple in the Gulf nation. The inauguration of the 108-ft high temple marks a significant moment for the Hindu community in UAE, as well as for the two countries’ bilateral ties.

The temple has been built by the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), a denomination of the Swaminarayan Sampradaya, a Vaishnav sect of Hinduism. BAPS has a network of around 1,550 temples across the world, including the Akshardham temples in New Delhi and  Gandhinagar , and Swaminarayan temples in London, Houston, Chicago, Atlanta, Toronto, Los Angeles, and Nairobi. It also runs 3,850 centres and 17,000 weekly assemblies globally. Read more here

Watch | PM Modi welcomed by members of Indian diaspora at Abu Dhabi hotel

VIDEO | Visuals of PM Modi being welcomed by the members of the Indian Diaspora at a hotel in Abu Dhabi. #AhlanModi pic.twitter.com/WavSx87z0F — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 13, 2024

Watch | People start arriving at the Zayed Sports Stadium for 'Ahlan Modi' event

People belonging to the indian diaspora have started arriving at the Zayed Sports Stadium in Abu Dhabi for the Ahlan Modi event today. The Prime Minister will address them shortly.

#WATCH | People arrive at Zayed Sports Stadium in Abu Dhabi for PM Narendra Modi's 'Ahlan Modi' event. PM will address the Indian diaspora here, shortly. pic.twitter.com/Onc5Q7TmFG — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

PM Modi, UAE President witness exchange of eight agreements, including Bilateral Investment Treaty

Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, witnessed the exchange of eight agreements, including a Bilateral Investment Treaty, an MoU on cooperation in the field of electrical interconnection and trade, and an Intergovernmental Framework Agreement between the two countries on the India-Middle East Economic Corridor, news agency PTI reported. The Bilateral Investment Treaty could play a significant role in the promotion of investments in both countries. The countries welcomes the deepening of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across sectors, including trade and investment, digital infrastructure, fintech, energy, infrastructure, culture and people-to-people ties. Discussions also covered regional and global issues, PTI reported quoting the statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs. 

PM Modi, UAE President Al Nahyan launched RuPay card in Abu Dhabi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan launched the RuPay card service in Abu Dhabi Tuesday, according to a PTI report. “We are embarking on a new FinTech era with the launch of my UPI RuPay card and your Jaywan card,” the report quoted Modi as saying. As per a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs, the two countries also exchanged multiple bilateral agreements, with one of them related to  interlinking of the instant payment platforms - UPI (India) and AANI (UAE), news agency PTI reported. This would lead to better facilitation of cross-border transactions between the countries. 

Watch | PM Modi welcomed by UAE President Al Nahyan on his arrival in Abu Dhabi

VIDEO | PM Modi welcomed by UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as he arrives in Abu Dhabi. The PM is on a two-day visit to the Gulf nation, after which he will travel to Qatari capital Doha on Wednesday. pic.twitter.com/L9WvR1ExTh — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 13, 2024

Mutual partnership between UAE and India today in every sector: PM Modi to UAE President Al Nahyan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, said that there was mutual partnership between both India and UAE in every sector today, news agency PTI reported. "As you said, I feel that whenever I have come here, I have always felt that I have come to my home and family," Modi said.

VIDEO | "I thank you for this grand welcome of me and my team. As you said, I feel that whenever I have come here, I have always felt that I have come to my home and family. We have met five times in the last seven months. Today, there is mutual partnership between India and UAE… pic.twitter.com/fdx2CtyOVp — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 13, 2024

'You have taken this event to new heights': PM Modi thanks UAE President for attending Vibrant Gujarat Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, thanked him for accepting his invitation to visit his home state of Gujarat as well as for attending the Vibrant Gujarat Summit, news agency ANI reported. "You have taken this event to new heights and its reputation has increased in the world...," Modi said.

#WATCH | Abu Dhabi: During his meeting with UAE President, PM Narendra Modi says, "I thank you for accepting my invitation and coming to my home state Gujarat for the Vibrant Gujarat Summit. You have taken this event to new heights and its reputation has increased in the… pic.twitter.com/A3DG78zn49 — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

PM Modi holds meeting with UAE President, thanks him for supporting BAPS temple construction

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, after landing in Abu Dhabi Tuesday, held a meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, thanking him for his support towards the construction of Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) temple in Abu Dhabi, news agency ANI reported. The Prime Minister is scheduled to inaugurate the temple - Abu Dhabi's first - tomorrow.

#WATCH | Abu Dhabi: During his meeting with UAE President, PM Narendra Modi says, "The construction of BAPS (Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha) temple here would not have been possible without your support..." Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the… pic.twitter.com/RbKFHQ1cyh — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

Watch | PM Modi, UAE President Al Nahyan introduce UPI RuPay card service in Abu Dhabi

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in UAE on Tuesday, the PM and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan introduced the UPI RuPay card service  in Abu Dhabi, as per news agency ANI.

#WATCH | PM Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan introduce UPI RuPay card service in Abu Dhabi. pic.twitter.com/uvIY0o1kIy — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

Watch | Women set to perform 'Ghoomar' dance at 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi

#WATCH | Women set to perform 'Ghoomar', a traditional Rajasthani dance, at diaspora event 'Ahlan Modi' in Abu Dhabi, UAE, welcome PM Modi pic.twitter.com/Ast4zq4pEZ — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024

Opinion| C Raja Mohan writes: In closer ties with the Gulf, a significant win for Indian diplomacy

It is perhaps fitting that one of his last international trips in his second term as Prime Minister takes Narendra Modi to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. The inauguration of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan (BAPS) temple in Abu Dhabi and the release of eight Indian ex-naval personnel held on espionage charges in Doha this week are two different kinds of events.

Together, they are a high water mark for Modi’s diplomacy and symbolise the transformation of India’s relations with the Gulf during the last 10 years. It was unimaginable that a large Hindu temple would be built in the deeply Islamic and conservative Arabian peninsula with full state support, and the Indian Prime Minister would be there for its inauguration. When the eight former naval personnel were handed a death sentence last October, it was considered near impossible to secure their release. Read more here

Opinion | India-UAE, a decade of successful engagement

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first visit to the UAE on August 16-17, 2015 set the stage for transforming the relationship. The warm welcome he received at the airport from the then Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi (now President of UAE) His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan set the tone for what turned out to be a hugely successful visit."  "The excellent personal rapport between the leadership of the two countries and the trust it has engendered over the past ten years, brought India and the UAE into an exemplary bond of mutually beneficial partnership. The Indian diaspora has meanwhile increased to over 3.5 million, cementing ties further,"  T P Seetharam, former Ambassador of India to the UAE (2013-2016) writes.

What's on agenda for PM Modi in UAE?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin his two-day UAE visit today where he is expected to participate in the World Government Summit 2024 and inaugurate the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi, besides attending official meetings.

In a press briefing on Monday, Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra said that PM Modi will visit UAE on February 13 and 14, following which he will travel to Doha in Qatar. The Doha visit comes days after the release of eight Indian Navy officials who were jailed in Qatar.

UAE is one of India’s key trade diplomatic partners, and experts say that PM Modi’s latest visit is meant to shore up business, defense and cultural ties with its Middle Eastern neighbour.

What is the BAPS Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi?

PM Modi accepted the invitation to inaugurate the temple in December 2023. According to a press release, Pujya Swami Ishwarcharandas, a senior swami of the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, presented the official invitation to Modi. HH Mahant Swami Maharaj addressed the invitation for the PM with these words: “Pramukh Swami na Priya Putra Modi Saheb” (The most beloved son of Pramukh Swami, Modiji).

BAPS stands for the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha. According to its website, it is a “socio-spiritual Hindu faith with its roots in the vedas” which was pioneered by Bhagwan Swaminarayan (1781-1830) in the late 18th century and established in 1907 by Shastriji Maharaj (1865-1951).

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Visit of Hon’ble Prime Minister to the UAE and Qatar (13-15 February 2024)

I am travelling to the United Arab Emirates on an Official Visit from 13-14 February and to Qatar from 14-15 February. This will be my seventh visit to the UAE and second visit to Qatar since 2014.

Over the last nine years, our cooperation with UAE in diverse sectors such as trade and investment, defence and security, food and energy security and education has grown manifold. Our cultural and people-to-people connect is stronger than ever.

I look forward to meeting His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of UAE, in Abu Dhabi and hold wide-ranging discussions on taking forward our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. I had the privilege of hosting His Highness recently in Gujarat, where he was the Chief Guest at the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024.

At the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, PM and Defence Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, I will be addressing the gathering of world leaders at the World Government Summit in Dubai on 14 Feb 2024. My discussions with Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid on the margins of Summit will focus on strengthening our multifaceted ties with Dubai.

During the visit, I will also inaugurate the first Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi. The BAPS temple will be an enduring tribute to the values of harmony, peace and tolerance, which both India and the UAE share.

I will address the members of the Indian Community from all the Emirates of the UAE at a special event in Abu Dhabi.

In Qatar, I am looking forward to meeting His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir, under whose leadership Qatar continues to witness tremendous growth and transformation. I am also looking forward to meeting other high dignitaries in Qatar.

India and Qatar enjoy historically close and friendly relations. In recent years, our multifaceted ties have continued to deepen in all spheres including high level political exchanges, growing trade and investment between two countries, strengthening of our energy partnership, and cooperation in culture and education. The presence of over 800,000 strong Indian community in Doha is a testament to our strong people-to-people ties.

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'Dubai faced Allah's wrath because it built BAPS Mandir': Pakistani's shocking take on historic floods (WATCH)

I n a controversial statement, a Pakistani man has linked the recent historic floods in Dubai to the construction of the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, a Hindu temple, in the neighbouring emirate of Abu Dhabi. This shocking claim comes months after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the temple on February 14th, marking a significant moment in the region's religious landscape.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), known for its arid climate, recently experienced unprecedented rainfall, with the National Center of Meteorology reporting the highest rainfall in 75 years. Scenes of flooding in Dubai, one of the UAE's prominent emirates and the host of COP28 last year, shocked the world as the city grappled with the aftermath of the deluge.

Also read: Dubai floods: Indian Embassy in UAE issues travel advisory for passengers; shares emergency helpline numbers

The Pakistani individual, whose statement gained attention on social media, claimed that Dubai's inundation was a manifestation of divine retribution, attributing it to the construction of the BAPS Mandir, which he referred to as a temple for "idol worshippers" in the "land of idol breakers."

"Dubai faced Allah's wrath in form of rainstorms because they recently built temple for idol worshippers in the land of idol breakers," he shockingly said in a direct reference to the BAPS Mandir in a video that has now gone viral on X, formerly Twitter.

It's worth noting that during his inaugural visit to the UAE in 2015, PM Modi initiated discussions regarding the establishment of a Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi. Subsequently, the UAE government allocated land for the construction of the BAPS temple. Following the temple's inauguration on February 14, PM Modi hailed this development as a "landmark" step and conveyed gratitude to the UAE leadership on behalf of India's 1.3 billion citizens.

"The Government of UAE President has fulfilled a bis wish of crores of India with a large heart. Not just here, they have won the hearts of 140 crore Indians," he had said during his address at the event.

"This temple will become a symbol of communal harmony and global unity for the entire world. UAE's Minister of Tolerance Sheikh Nahyan Al Mubarak is present here, and the views he expressed were actually words describing the strengthening of our dreams," PM Modi had added.

However, the Pakistani individual's interpretation of the recent Dubai floods as a divine punishment has sparked a massive outburst on social media platforms.

Meanwhile, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) told Khaleej Times that there's a chance of light to moderate rain on Monday evening in UAE. It added that the weather situation is anticipated to improve by Wednesday with a drop by five to seven degrees in temperature.

"There's no need for concern; the current situation doesn't involve heavy rainfall whatsoever. It's not comparable to last week's event. It's not going to be intense; they're rather moderate, with clouds shifting from the western coast towards the UAE," Dr Ahmed Habib, a climate expert from NCM, told the outlet.

"There's a chance of light rain or drizzle. These clouds are headed to Abu Dhabi, resulting in light rainfall, then progressing eastward towards the mountains, where cloud formation could lead to a little over moderate rainfall only in mountainous areas. On Wednesday morning all the cloud cover will move outside the UAE towards Oman," Dr Habib added.

Also read: 'Cloud seeding, climate change or...': Real reason behind Dubai's historic floods REVEALED

Following last week's deluge, scientists attributed the increasingly frequent extreme weather events, including the rains in UAE and Oman, to human-induced global warming.

In the UAE, where rains are rare due to its hot desert climate and temperatures that can exceed 50 degrees Celsius in the summer, the recent downpour came as a stark anomaly.