Crown Prince receives royal welcome in New Delhi
Crown Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum arrived in New Delhi to a ceremonial guard of honour. He was welcomed by Union minister Suresh Gopi, marking the start of his first official visit to India.
Musical tribute on arrival
Upon landing at Palam Airport, the Crown Prince was treated to a cultural welcome, including a musical performance, showcasing India's traditional hospitality and appreciation for diplomatic ties.
Milestone in bilateral relations
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal called the visit a "significant milestone" in the India-UAE relationship, emphasising its growing strategic importance and symbolising mutual respect and partnership.
High-level delegation joins visit
The Crown Prince is accompanied by key ministers, top officials, and prominent business leaders, highlighting the increasing strategic and economic depth of India-UAE ties.
PM Modi hosts working lunch
Prime Minister Modi is set to host a working lunch for the Crown Prince, facilitating direct, high-level dialogue on enhancing cooperation across sectors like trade, energy, technology, and defence.
Warm welcome by S Jaishankar
External affairs minister S Jaishankar welcomed the Crown Prince warmly, appreciating his positive outlook on the countries' "wide-ranging cooperation and vibrant ties," reflecting strong diplomatic camaraderie.
Mumbai business roundtable ahead
After Delhi, the Crown Prince will head to Mumbai for a business roundtable featuring top Indian and Emirati CEOs. The goal: to deepen commercial ties and explore new investment avenues.
Focus on emerging sectors
The roundtable discussions will cover not only traditional industries like infrastructure and energy, but also fintech, innovation, and sustainability — pointing to a forward-looking business alliance.
Boosting strategic economic ties
The visit aims to accelerate economic engagement and shape a progressive partnership that reflects the evolving global economy and shared ambitions between India and the UAE.