UAE: World looking at India as 'Vishwa Bandhu', says PM at 'Ahlan Modi' event | HIGHLIGHTS

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets people gathered at the Zayed Sports Stadium in Abu Dhabi, UAE

At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "Today, the goal of every Indian is to make India a developed country by 2047. What is that country whose economy is progressing rapidly? Our India...Which country has the world's third-largest start-up ecosystem? Our India. Which country reached Mars in its very first attempt? Our India. Which country reached the lunar south pole? Our India. Which country made the record of launching 100 satellites simultaneously? Our India. Which country developed 5G technology on its own and rolled it out the quickest? Our India."

At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "...Modi has given a guarantee that in his third term, India will become the third largest economy. Modi ki guarantee yani guarantee pura hone ki guarantee."

At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "In 2015, when I presented to him (Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed) the proposal to build a temple in Abu Dhabi on behalf of all of you, he immediately said yes to it...now the time has come to inaugurate this grand (BAPS) temple..."

At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "Our relation is that of talent, innovation and culture. In the past, we have re-energised our relations, in every direction. The two countries have walked together and have gone ahead together. Today, UAE is India's third largest trade partner. Today, UAE is the seventh largest investor. Both the countries are cooperating a lot in Ease of Living and Ease of Doing Business. Even today, the MoUs that were signed between us are taking forward this commitment. We are integrating our financial system. In the field of technology and innovation, India and UAE partnership is strengthening continuously. In the area of community and culture, what India-UAE have achieved is a model for the world..."

"Today, we have Minister of Tolerance Sheikh Nahyan present with us. He is a good friend and well-wisher of Indian diaspora. His affection towards the Indian community is commendable," says PM Modi at the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi.

At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi says, "I am fortunate that the UAE has awarded me with its highest civilian award - The Order of Zayed. This honour is not just mine but that of the crores of Indians, of all of you."

At the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi, PM Modi recalled his first visit to the UAE in 2015, saying that he will not be able to forget the welcome laid out for him. "That welcome was not for me alone but for the 140 crore Indians. I would never forget the warm welcome accorded by Sheikh Zayed," he said

PM Narendra Modi has arrived at the Zayed Sports Stadium in Abu Dhabi, UAE for the 'Ahlan Modi' event.

"Incredibly honoured by the warm welcome from the Indian Community in Abu Dhabi today. The vibrancy of our diaspora never ceases to amaze me," said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on X.

On 'Ahlan Modi' event, Member of Parliament UK, Priti Patel says, "...I am here at this great celebration for PM Modi, here in Abu Dhabi. This is a wonderful opportunity, a celebration of our culture here in Abu Dhabi. By being here today, I am able to share some of this with my friends, and our diaspora community in the UK..."

UAE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets members of the Indian Diaspora gathered at a hotel in Abu Dhabi.

During his meeting with UAE President, PM Narendra Modi says, "The construction of BAPS (Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha) temple here would not have been possible without your support..." Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the temple tomorrow.

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PM Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan introduce UPI service in Abu Dhabi.

During his meeting with UAE President, PM Narendra Modi says, "I thank you for accepting my invitation and coming to my home state Gujarat for the Vibrant Gujarat Summit. You have taken this event to new heights and its reputation has increased in the world..."

During his meeting with the UAE President, PM Narendra Modi says, "I thank you for the warm welcome. Whenever I come here to meet you, I always feel I have come to meet my family. We've met 5 times in the last 7 months, it's very rare and reflects our close relationship..."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for receiving him at the Abu Dhabi Airport on Tuesday. "I look forward to a productive visit which will further strength the friendship between India and UAE," he said on X.

The 'Ahlan Modi' or 'Hello Modi' event, organised by the Indian community in Abu Dhabi ahead of PM Modi's arrival, has gathered unprecedented attention with over 65,000 registrations received, according to news agency ANI. The programme will feature cultural performances by over 800 participants.

This is PM Narendra Modi's seventh visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) since 2015 and third in the last eight months. Following his landmark visit to the UAE in August 2015, bilateral relations between the two countries were elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hold a meeting in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President of UAE Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, share a hug. PM Modi was also accorded Guard of Honour upon his arrival.