Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met with the President of the United Arab Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, France on June 17, 2026. This marked the third meeting between the two leaders in 2026, reflecting the strong India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
The leaders reviewed progress and positive developments in bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors including technology, trade, investment, energy, and defence. These discussions built upon previous visits, including the UAE President's visit to India in January 2026 and Prime Minister Modi's visit to the UAE in May 2026.
Regional and global developments of mutual interest were exchanged, with Prime Minister Modi emphasizing the importance of dialogue, diplomacy, and respect for international law, sovereignty, and territorial integrity for advancing peace, security, and stability in the West Asia region. Both sides called for continued free, safe, and unimpeded navigation, trade, and commerce through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Prime Minister Modi extended an invitation to President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to attend the BRICS Summit that India will host later this year.