Onjo Simson

Indian External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, and Emirati Minister of State for International Cooperation, Reem Al Hashimy, recently held constructive discussions aimed at strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and the UAE. During the meeting, both ministers exchanged valuable insights on regional and global affairs, highlighting the importance of their diverse bilateral relations. Additionally, Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra engaged in productive talks with Minister Reem Ebrahim Al Hashimy, reaffirming the commitment to deepen the strategic partnership through collaborative efforts and mutual understanding. The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) signed between India and the UAE in March 2022 has played a pivotal role in enhancing trade relations. This landmark agreement has facilitated greater market access for UAE exports to India by reducing tariffs on over 80% of products and removing unnecessary technical barriers. As a result, bilat...

  Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on July 15, 2023. The two leaders discussed ways to strengthen the India-UAE relation s, which are already strong. The meeting between PM Modi and President Al Nahyan is a significant event in the India-UAE relations. The two leaders have a strong personal rapport, and they have worked together closely in the past. I am confident that they will be able to build on this relationship and further strengthen the ties between India and the UAE . I'm bullish on the India-UAE relationship. I think the two countries have a lot to offer each other, and I'm hopeful that they can continue to work together to achieve common goals and build a better future for both countries.