Dubai Crown Prince's First Official 2 Day Visit To India

Dubai Crown Prince and UAE Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum arrived in India on Tuesday for a two-day official visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The occasion marks his first official trip to India in his current capacity.

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The Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, was received by Union Minister of State for Tourism & Petroleum and Natural Gas, Suresh Gopi, upon his arrival in New Delhi on Tuesday morning, April 8, at the Palam Airport.

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What is the purpose of Dubai crown prince’s the visit?

The purpose of the Crown Prince’s visit to India is to further deepen the India–UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and enhance bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors. During his two-day official visit, the Crown Prince aims to strengthen economic and commercial ties by promoting collaboration in key areas such as trade, investment, infrastructure, fintech, innovation, and sustainability.

His participation in a high-level business roundtable in Mumbai with prominent Indian and Emirati business leaders reflects the shared interest in expanding cooperation in both traditional and emerging industries. The visit also serves to acknowledge the vital role of the Indian diaspora in the UAE—over 4.3 million strong, with a majority residing in Dubai—in fostering strong people-to-people and cultural connections.

In addition, the Crown Prince is holding high-level meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to discuss strategic cooperation and regional issues of mutual interest. Overall, the visit highlights a joint commitment to strengthening diplomatic, economic, and societal bonds between India and the UAE.

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UAE-India Relations & PM Modi’s Visit

Dubai has long played a vital role in fostering commercial and cultural ties with India, particularly given the presence of over 4.3 million Indians in the UAE, the majority of whom reside and work in Dubai.

This visit is anticipated to pave the way for increased trade, investment, and cultural exchange, fostering a deeper understanding and collaboration between the two nations. As both countries continue to address regional and global challenges together, their partnership is poised to become even more influential on the international stage.

This historic visit is expected to open a new chapter in India-UAE relations. It will further enhance strategic cooperation and strengthen people-to-people ties. Established in 1972, bilateral relations between the two countries have grown significantly in recent years, especially after Prime Minister Modi’s historic visit to the UAE in 2015.