In a special gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today received at the airport Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who will be the Chief Guest at this year's Republic Day parade.
Al Nahyan, also the Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE armed forces, arrived here on a three-day visit and will hold comprehensive talks with Modi tomorrow after which the two sides are expected to sign nearly 16 pacts including Strategic Cooperation Agreement.
The two leaders will first meet for one-on-one talks with Modi at his official residence before holding delegation-level meeting at Hyderabad House.
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Apart from providing boost to trade and investments ties, enhancement of cooperation in strategic areas of energy, defence and security will dominate the talks tomorrow.
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Later, the UAE leader in a series of tweets said, "I am very happy to be in this great country and with warm reception by my friend @narendramodi.
"Our best of wishes to Indian people as they celebrate Republic Day. May they keep on path of development & may our ties continue to prosper.
"UAE considers its relationship with India a priority and views India as a linchpin of stability and security in the Asian continent.
"UAE-India relations are not limited to the political and economic levels. They are complemented with deep cultural and human bonds.
"Coming period to witness breakthroughs that will see our strategic partnership transform into actionable programs that benefit our peoples.
