Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at the World Government Summit, Burj Khalifa in Dubai lit up with the words "Guest of Honor - Republic of India."
Highlighting the relationship between India and the UAE in terms of talent and innovation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that what the two countries have achieved in terms of community and culture is a model for the world.
Addressing the gathering at the 'Ahlan Modi' diaspora event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi highlighted the significant achievements in the education sector, stating that "More than 1.5 lakh Indian students are studying in UAE schools... The master's course was started at the IIT Delhi campus here
Prime Minister Narendra Modi applauded UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for acknowledging the significant contribution of Indians to UAE's development.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday told a gathering of the Indian diaspora in UAE that he has brought with him the fragrance of the soil where they were born and a message of 140 crore citizens of India that "Bharat is proud of you".
Multiple Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) were exchanged between India and the United Arab Emirates in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, and Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra were among the Indian delegations present in the meeting.
While speaking to ANI. a member of the Indian diaspora said, "This is a major milestone in India-UAE relations....Everyone is eagerly waiting for PM Modi...It is a proud moment for Indians..."
The Indian People Forum and Leader of the Ahlan Modi Initiative expressed his profound happiness says,When we were planning the 'Ahlan Modi' event, we thought of bringing celebrities here but when PM Modi got to know this he said 'Your people are celebrities'..."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the United Arab Emirates on February 13-14 is built on strong pillars of bilateral relations, economic collaboration, and people-to-people connections.
UAE Ambassador to India, Abdulnasser Jamal Alshaali praised the role of diaspora in UAE's journey in terms of economic growth and said that it has developed at a faster pace due to the special bond between PM Modi and UAE President Al Nahyan.