Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 26 (ANI): National Security Adviser Ajit Doval met with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on Saturday as part of his official visit to the Middle Eastern country.
During the meeting, both sides discussed ways to strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries and enhance cooperation on energy security amid evolving regional developments.
According to a post on X by the Indian Embassy in the UAE, Doval conveyed greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed measures to deepen bilateral ties, the regional security situation, and other issues of mutual interest.
“He called on President HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, conveyed greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and discussed measures to deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the regional situation, and other issues of mutual interest,” the Embassy said in its post.
The UAE state-run news agency WAM reported that Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed received Doval, following which greetings were exchanged between the leadership of both countries.
Doval conveyed Prime Minister Modi’s greetings and best wishes for the UAE’s continued progress and prosperity, while the UAE President reciprocated with his greetings for the Indian leadership and wished further development and prosperity for India and its people, according to WAM.
The discussions also focused on recent developments in the Middle East and their implications for regional and international security and stability, along with global energy security concerns.
The meeting was also attended by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, and Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security.
This marks the second high-level meeting between the two countries in one month.
Earlier this month, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with the UAE President as part of his two-nation tour.
Jaishankar highlighted the strength of the India-UAE strategic partnership, noting that ongoing dialogue between the two nations remains strong and transparent despite a complex regional environment.
He traveled to the UAE after participating in the 9th Indian Ocean Conference in Mauritius. (ANI)
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