January 19, 2026 : United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrives in India today on an official visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The visit is set to deepen the India–UAE comprehensive strategic partnership, with discussions planned on key regional and global developments of shared interest.
This is Sheikh Mohamed’s third official visit to India since assuming the presidency and his fifth trip to the country over the past decade. It follows a series of high-level exchanges between the two nations, including visits by Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in 2024 and Dubai Crown Prince and UAE Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in 2025.
The talks are expected to focus on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, defence, and energy, reflecting the strong economic relationship between the two countries. Progress under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement is likely to feature prominently. The leaders are also expected to exchange views on regional and global issues, particularly developments in West Asia, where India and the UAE continue to show close alignment.
