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NSA Ajit Doval meets UAE President, discusses regional situation amid Iran war
Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and energy security, amid evolving regional developments. He conveyed greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and officials reported mutual goodwill and discussions on regional security and mutual interests.
Why It Matters
The talks highlight deepening bilateral security and energy cooperation between India and the UAE at a time of regional tensions, with potential implications for broader regional stability.
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WAM reports on the meeting and greetings exchange
April 26, 2026
The UAE state-run news agency WAM reported that Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed received NSA Doval, greetings were exchanged between the leadership of both countries, Doval conveyed Modi's greetings and best wishes for UAE's progress and prosperity, and the UAE President reciprocated with greetings for India and wished further development and prosperity for India and its people.
Indian Embassy in the UAE posts on X about the meeting
April 26, 2026
A post on X by the Indian Embassy in the UAE stated that Doval, during his meeting with the UAE President, conveyed greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed measures to deepen bilateral ties, the regional security situation, and other issues of mutual interest.
NSA Ajit Doval meets UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
April 26, 2026
During the meeting, both sides discussed ways to strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries and enhance cooperation on energy security amid evolving regional developments. Doval conveyed greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed measures to deepen bilateral ties, the regional security situation, and other issues of mutual interest.