Abdullah bin Zayed Meets with Indian Foreign Minister in New York to Discuss Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with His Excellency Dr. Subramanyam Jay Shankar, Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India, on the sidelines of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
During the meeting, His Highness and the Indian Minister of External Affairs discussed the historical friendship between the UAE and India, as well as their comprehensive strategic partnership. They also explored cooperation between the two nations within international organizations.
Both sides delved into various areas of bilateral cooperation and opportunities for further enhancement within the framework of their strategic partnership.
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Dr. Subramanyam Jay Shankar also discussed climate change and bilateral cooperation in this regard. They highlighted that the UAE is hosting the 28th session of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, "COP28," in Dubai this year.
His Highness emphasized that the UAE and the Republic of India are committed to supporting international multilateral efforts aimed at finding effective solutions to global challenges and fostering productive partnerships that benefit humanity.
He pointed out that the two friendly nations have had a comprehensive strategic partnership since 2017 and a comprehensive economic partnership since 2022, enabling them to achieve numerous developmental milestones for their people. His Highness affirmed that "COP28" presents an opportunity to reaffirm the exceptional nature of their relationship and the importance of international cooperation in addressing pressing challenges.
The meeting was also attended by Her Excellency Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs and Permanent Representative of the United Arab Emirates to the United Nations.
