New Delhi | January 19, 2026

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in New Delhi on Monday for an official visit, amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The UAE leader was warmly received at the Delhi airport by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, underlining the strong relationship between the two countries.

The Ministry of External Affairs said the visit is based on an invitation from PM Modi and aims to build on the growing momentum in India-UAE relations. The leaders are expected to discuss key areas such as regional security, economic cooperation, energy, and strategic partnership. This meeting comes at a time when global attention is focused on the West Asian situation, making the discussions even more important.

PM Modi posted on X that the UAE President’s visit shows how much importance he attaches to India-UAE friendship. Modi expressed his eagerness for the talks and highlighted that the strong bond between the two nations is growing steadily.

This visit is Sheikh Mohamed’s third official visit to India since he became the President of the UAE, and his fifth visit to the country in the last decade. Although the visit is short and expected to last around two hours, it holds great diplomatic significance, especially during a period of regional uncertainty.

UAE President Al Nahyan Lands in Delhi Amid Middle East Tensions, Meets PM Modi

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in New Delhi on Monday for an official visit, at a time when tensions in the Middle East are rising. The UAE leader was warmly received at the Delhi airport by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking a high-profile moment in India-UAE ties.

According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the visit comes on the invitation of PM Modi and aims to strengthen the growing partnership between the two nations. Both leaders are expected to hold bilateral talks later in the evening, focusing on regional stability and cooperation in trade, energy, and security.

PM Modi posted on X that the UAE President’s visit highlights the strong friendship between India and the UAE. He said the visit reflects the importance Sheikh Mohamed places on close ties with India, and he expressed eagerness for their discussions.

This is Sheikh Mohamed’s third official visit to India since becoming UAE President and his fifth visit to the country in the last ten years. The short visit is expected to last around two hours, but it carries significant diplomatic importance amid ongoing regional challenges.