PM Modi Aims to Strengthen Bilateral Ties During UAE and Qatar Visits

GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 13th Feb. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed keenness for his visit to Doha, highlighting the historically close and friendly relations between India and Qatar.

In a departure statement issued on Tuesday before his trip to Qatar following a two-day visit to the UAE, PM Modi emphasized the significant growth and transformation witnessed under the leadership of Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

The announcement of PM Modi’s visit to Qatar came shortly after the return of seven out of eight jailed former Indian Navy personnel from Qatar, who had faced serious charges. Their return marked the culmination of efforts to secure their release, with PM Modi’s visit expected to further bolster bilateral relations.

PM Modi underscored the multifaceted nature of ties between India and Qatar, encompassing high-level political exchanges, trade and investment, energy partnership, and cultural cooperation. He also acknowledged the substantial Indian community in Doha, numbering over 800,000, as a testament to the strong people-to-people ties between the two nations.

During his visit to Qatar, PM Modi is slated to hold discussions with Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and other dignitaries, aiming to advance India’s comprehensive strategic partnership with Qatar.

PM Modi also highlighted the robust cooperation between India and the UAE, particularly in trade, investment, defence, and cultural exchanges. He expressed eagerness to meet Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE, in Abu Dhabi, where he will also inaugurate the first Hindu temple in the city.

Additionally, PM Modi is scheduled to address the Indian community in Abu Dhabi and participate in the World Government Summit in Dubai, focusing on strengthening ties with Dubai and engaging in discussions with Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.