Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India. He shared a series of photos on his X (formerly known as Twitter) account, giving a glimpse of the duo's meeting.

He captioned the post, "Went to the airport to welcome my brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. His visit illustrates the importance he attaches to a strong India-UAE friendship. Looking forward to our discussions." Went to the airport to welcome my brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. His visit illustrates the importance he attaches to a strong India-UAE friendship.

Looking forward to our discussions.@MohamedBinZayed pic.twitter.com/Os3FRvVrBc — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 19, 2026 The meeting, which went on for about 3 hours, took place at Lok Kalyan Marg, where they discussed 'a wide range of issues aimed at further strengthening the multifaceted India-UAE friendship'. PM Modi also shared photos with the family members of the UAE President, reflecting the bond and trust between India and the UAE. Happy to have welcomed His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE; His Highness Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs… pic.twitter.com/Zdv1fxD3Dj — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 19, 2026 What happened during the meeting between PM Narendra Modi and Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, you ask? Don't worry, we've got you covered!

As reported by IndiaToday, the two leaders covered a variety of topics, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Terrorism, and more. Here's what happened: India, UAE sign $3 billion LNG deal India signed a $3 billion deal to buy liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). They pledged to double bilateral trade to $200 billion in six years and form a strategic defence partnership. Abu Dhabi state firm (ADNOC Gas) will supply 0.5 metric tons of LNG a year to India's Hindustan Petroleum Corp (HPCL) for ten years.

Nuclear reactors During the meeting, the two countries also agreed to explore partnerships in advanced nuclear technologies, including large reactors and small modular reactors. Support for AI Impact Summit The UAE President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, also touched down on the topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI), expressing support for India's AI Impact Summit set to take place in February 2026. Terrorism and money laundering During the meeting, India and the UAE also signed a Strategic Defence Partnership Letter of Intent. The two countries will continue to strengthen co-operation under the FATF framework to counter terror financing and money laundering.

'House of India' plans in Abu Dhabi PM Modi and UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed decided to establish a 'House of India' in Abu Dhabi, which will showcase Indian art, heritage, and archaeology. ALSO READ | UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan bestows Donald Trump with the Order of Zayed, the highest civilian honour