Prime Minister Narendra Modi will pay a two-day visit to United Arab Emirates, UAE beginning 16th of this month. This is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Gulf nation in 34 years. An official release said in New Delhi that Mr Modi will also meet with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai during the visit. The visit is expected to further boost the economic, cultural and social ties between India and the Arab country. <br/><br/>Talks are set to focus on trade, investment and security and the Indian diaspora. India-UAE trade crossed 59 billion dollars in 2014-15, making the country India's third largest trading partner after China and the US. The Indian community is gearing up to give Modi a momentous reception at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium grounds that is expected to draw more than 40,000 people.
News On AIR | August 11, 2015 5:44 PM
PM Modi to embark on 2-day UAE visit on Aug 16