Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday personally received UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the airport in New Delhi, underscoring the exceptional warmth of India-UAE relations as the visiting leader arrived for a brief yet high-level official visit. Describing the UAE President as his “brother,” PM Modi said the visit reflected the importance Sheikh Mohamed attaches to the India-UAE friendship. The Prime Minister later hosted President Nahyan and his family at Lok Kalyan Marg, where traditional Indian hospitality was extended through symbolic cultural gifts. PM Modi
Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sankalp, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius, on Saturday, January 17th 2026, as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to friendly countries in the Indian Ocean Region, reaffirming India’s commitment to maritime cooperation and regional security. According to the Defence Ministry, the port call aligns with India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision, which focuses on strengthening maritime safety, security, and environmental protection across the Indian Ocean. The visit also highlights the Indian Coast Guard
The Philippines is strengthening its maritime security cooperation with India to protect seafarers from both countries as risks rise on global sea routes. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. raised the issue during a meeting with Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at Malacanang Palace. President Marcos said commercial shipping faces growing threats in areas such as the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden, and the Indian Ocean. He noted that the Philippines has improved its local support systems for seafarers, which can help expand cooperation with India. Stressing the key role Filipino seafar
India’s Chief of Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, held talks with the Commander of the UAE Land Forces, Yousef Maayouf Saeed Al Hallami, on Monday to strengthen defence cooperation between India and the United Arab Emirates. The discussions focused on improving military engagement, training cooperation, and expanding ties across key defence areas. The interaction took place during General Dwivedi’s official visit to the UAE. According to the Indian Army, the talks aimed at deepening strategic relations and promoting closer military-to-military cooperation. During the visit, the Arm
India and New Zealand have formally finalised discussions on a bilateral free trade agreement, a significant milestone in their economic relations. The declaration followed a phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, which concluded talks that began earlier this year. The agreement aims to increase market access by eliminating tariffs on all Indian exports and liberalising taxes on a broad range of New Zealand goods. It will allow Indian textiles, technical products, leather goods, and pharmaceuticals to enter New Zealand duty-free. S
The India-Oman trade agreement is expected to go into effect within the next three months, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated, emphasising faster implementation deadlines and expanded market access for Indian exporters. He stated that both countries had worked intentionally to minimise the delays witnessed in previous global trade agreements, noting the Oman-United States agreement, which took nearly three years to enter into force. The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, signed during PM Modi's visit to Oman, seeks to improve bilateral commerce by providing duty-
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was greeted enthusiastically by the Indian diaspora in Muscat, Oman, with big crowds gathered outside his hotel waving Indian flags and chanting patriotic slogans such as "Vande Mataram" and "Bharat Mata ki Jai." The Prime Minister engaged with members of the community, greeting them personally and attending cultural performances in his honour, reflecting the strong emotional and people-to-people bond between India and Oman. PM Modi landed in Muscat for the final leg of his three-nation tour and was met at the airport by Sayyid Shihab bin Tariq Al Said, Oman's
Ethiopian Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed conferred Ethiopia's highest civilian honour, the Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia, on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his first bilateral visit to Ethiopia. The award was handed out in a special event at the Addis International Convention Centre, recognising Prime Minister Modi's important contribution to strengthening India-Ethiopia relations as well as his status as a globally respected leader. Prime Minister Modi accepted the accolade, describing it as a privilege to be recognised by one of the world's oldest civilisations. He described the ge
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Jordan as part of a tour to Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman highlights India's growing involvement with the West Asian nation. India and Jordan have a long-standing diplomatic relationship, with collaboration developing over the years in political, economic, and people-centric domains. Regular high-level exchanges have improved mutual understanding, with visits from leaders on both sides reinforcing trust and strategic coordination. Bilateral economic relations have emerged as the main driving force of the alliance. India is one of Jordan's top trading pa
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Jordan on a two-day visit to Jordan. Ahead of his first full bilateral visit, India's Ambassador to Jordan, Manish Chauhan, described the trip as a truly historic milestone with the potential to transform bilateral relations. The visit marks 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Jordan. According to Chauhan, the scale and complexity of the visit are unprecedented and have the potential to alter India-Jordan ties. This will be the Indian Prime Minister's first extensive bilateral visit to Jordan in this millennium. Prime Minister Mod