India-UAE

March 5, 2025 3:36 PM

India imposes import restrictions on platinum alloys to curb misuse of trade agreements

India has imposed restrictions on the import of platinum alloys with less than 99% purity, aiming to curb potential misuse of trade agreements and prevent unfair trade practices. According to a notification issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), platinum in unwrought and powder form, along with other categories, has been reclassified from "free" to "restricted" for imports. However, platinum alloys with 99% or higher purity remain exempt from these restrictions. The decisio...

January 27, 2025 12:18 PM

Jaishankar to embark on UAE visit from Jan 27-29 to strengthen bilateral ties

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar is set to embark on an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from January 27-29, to strengthen the bilateral relationship between the two countries, with a focus on advancing their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. According to an official press release by the Ministry of External Affairs, Jaishankar’s visit aims to deepen ties and bring new momentum to the India-UAE relationship. During his visit, he will meet with senior UAE leaders...

September 18, 2024 4:02 PM

SIDM Signs Two MoUs on Defence Industry Cooperation with UAE Partners

In a landmark move to enhance defence cooperation, the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) signed two Memorandums of Understanding on Defence Industry Cooperation with the Emirates Defence Companies Council (EDCC) and EDGE Group UAE. This significant development took place during the first-ever India-UAE Defence Industry Partnership Forum held in Abu Dhabi on September 18, 2024. The historic forum, organized by the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi under the aegis of the Ministry of ...

September 4, 2024 9:10 AM

UAE and India sign MoU to strengthen public sector audit cooperation

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE Accountability Authority of the United Arab Emirates, Supreme Audit Institution, UAE during a bilateral meeting with the President of UAE Accountability Authority. During the signing ceremony, CAG of India Girish Chandra Murmu expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, "This MoU is a testament to the shared values and goals of our institutions and reinforces the strong ties between I...

July 31, 2024 12:27 PM

Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Visits NEOM’s Home province

As part of efforts to expand diplomatic outreach and foster international partnerships, a delegation from the Indian Mission in Saudi Arabia led by Ambassador Dr. Suhel Khan visited Saudi Arabia's strategically located Tabuk Province. Tabuk, which borders Jordan, is not only home to the iconic NEOM city currently under construction along the Red Sea but is also a critical stop in the multi-modal logistics corridor under the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor. During his visit, the Ambassador met...