PM Modi Wraps Up Kuwait Trip, Strengthens Relations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi completed his two-day official visit to Kuwait and left for New Delhi on Sunday. Visiting Kuwait at the invitation of the Emir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Prime Minister Modi held a series of meetings and discussions to further deepen India-Kuwait relations. Prime Minister Modi also interacted with Kuwaiti social media influencers who are promoting yoga in the Gulf nation. The Prime Minister discussed cooperation in key areas such as pharmaceuticals, IT, fintech and security with the Emir of Kuwait, Messal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. The two leaders agreed to elevate bilateral relations to the level of 'Strategic Partnership'.
Kuwait's Top Leadership
Prior to his talks with Kuwait's top leadership, Prime Minister Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome and guard of honor at the Bayan Palace. On the second day of his two-day visit to Kuwait, Prime Minister Modi was welcomed by Kuwaiti Prime Minister Ahmed Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. The leaders recalled the two countries' strong historical and friendly relations and reaffirmed their full commitment to expand further and deepen bilateral cooperation. "In this context, they agreed to elevate bilateral relations to the level of a 'Strategic Partnership'. Later, Prime Minister Modi also said in a post on X, "Had an excellent meeting with His Highness Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah of Kuwait.
Discussion on Roadmap to Deepen Strategic Partnership
We discussed cooperation in key areas such as pharmaceuticals, IT, fintech, infrastructure, and security. In line with the close ties between our countries, we have elevated our partnership to a strategic level and I hope our friendship will grow even stronger in the times to come. During his visit to Kuwait, Prime Minister Modi discussed the roadmap for further deepening the strategic partnership between the two countries and expressed confidence that the relationship between India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) will be further strengthened under the chairmanship of Kuwait, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday. Prime Minister Modi was on a two-day visit to the Gulf nation at the invitation of the Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.
Successful Organization of GCC Summit
This is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Kuwait in 43 years. Prime Minister Modi thanked the Emir for ensuring the well-being of the over one million Indian community in Kuwait. Al-Sabah also appreciated the contribution of the large and vibrant Indian community in the development of Kuwait. Prime Minister Modi appreciated the new initiatives being taken by Kuwait to fulfill its Vision 2035 and congratulated Al-Sabah for the successful hosting of the GCC Summit earlier this month. Prime Minister Modi also thanked him for inviting him to be the guest of honour at the opening ceremony of the Arabian Gulf Cup yesterday, a MEA statement said. Al Sabah reciprocated the sentiments of the Prime Minister and appreciated India's role as a valued partner in Kuwait and the Gulf region. The Kuwaiti Emir expressed hope for India's greater role and contribution in realizing the Kuwait Vision 2035.