External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the strong India-UAE relationship during his visit to Abu Dhabi. His trip included a visit to the BAPS Hindu Mandir, participation in the 10th International Yoga Day celebrations, and significant discussions with UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
At the BAPS Hindu Mandir, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 14 this year, Jaishankar highlighted the temple as a “visible symbol of India-UAE friendship.” During his visit, he interacted with monks from the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Sansthan (BAPS), the organization that built the temple on land donated by the UAE.
Blessed to visit the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi today.
A visible symbol of India-UAE friendship, it radiates a positive message to the world and is a true cultural bridge between our two countries.
🇮🇳 🇦🇪 @AbuDhabiMandir pic.twitter.com/6YO7gj3geZ
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) June 23, 2024
Jaishankar also took part in the International Day of Yoga celebrations organized by the Indian Embassy in the UAE. The event, held at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, attracted participants from various countries, showcasing the global appeal of yoga.
In his meeting with UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Jaishankar discussed the ever-growing comprehensive strategic partnership between India and the UAE. “Very pleased to meet UAE FM @ABZayed today in Abu Dhabi,” Jaishankar posted on X. “Productive and deep conversations on our ever-growing Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Appreciated the discussion and his insights on regional and global issues.”
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in New Delhi highlighted that Jaishankar’s visit provided an opportunity to review the entire spectrum of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries and to discuss regional and global developments. “During the visit, the External Affairs Minister will have a meeting with his UAE counterpart on wide-ranging issues of the partnership,” the MEA stated.
The UAE is home to a vibrant Indian community of about 3.5 million people, the largest expatriate group in the country. Both nations have enhanced their economic ties through the comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) signed in February 2022, aiming to boost economic engagement.
Jaishankar’s visit underscores the robust and multifaceted relationship between India and the UAE, marked by cultural exchanges, economic cooperation, and a shared commitment to addressing regional and global issues.
