India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed seven key agreements during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official visit, covering areas from liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supply to defence cooperation. The external affairs ministry confirmed the pacts in a statement, highlighting the strengthening of bilateral ties.
Strategic Petroleum Reserves and LPG Supply
A major focus of the visit was energy security. The two nations signed an agreement on strategic petroleum reserves, allowing India to store crude oil in UAE facilities, ensuring supply stability. Additionally, a pact on the supply of liquefied petroleum gas was inked, which will help meet India's growing energy demands.
Defence Partnership
Another significant outcome was a defence cooperation agreement, which includes joint military exercises, intelligence sharing, and technology transfer. This marks a new chapter in India-UAE strategic relations, moving beyond traditional trade ties.
Other Agreements
The remaining deals covered areas such as cultural exchange, renewable energy, and digital infrastructure. A memorandum of understanding on fintech and payment systems was also signed, aiming to integrate digital payment platforms between the two countries.
The agreements were announced via a tweet by Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, listing all seven outcomes. The visit underscores India's deepening engagement with the Gulf region, focusing on energy, defence, and technology partnerships.
