COAS General Upendra Dwivedi Strengthens India-UAE Defence Ties with High-Level Engagements
During his official visit to the United Arab Emirates, General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of the Army Staff, met with Major General Staff Yousef Maayouf Saeed Al Hallami, Commander of the UAE Land Forces. This meeting underscored the strengthening defense ties between India and the UAE.
The discussions between the two military leaders covered a broad range of topics aimed at boosting military engagement, enhancing training cooperation, and increasing defense collaboration. These talks demonstrated the mutual dedication of both nations' armed forces to foster professional exchanges, improve interoperability, and build mutual understanding amid changing regional and global security landscapes.
The visit aligns with India's strategic focus on West Asia and reinforces the growing momentum in India-UAE defense relations. These relations have expanded significantly, covering joint exercises, training collaboration, capacity building, and the strengthening of institutional ties.
As part of his visit, General Dwivedi toured the UAE Land Forces Museum, gaining a deeper understanding of the UAE's military history, traditions, and heritage. This visit emphasized the development of the UAE's land forces and their vital role in national security, while also enhancing military and cultural ties.
General Dwivedi's interactions reaffirm India's commitment to establishing strong, trust-based defense partnerships with friendly countries and to expanding cooperation with the UAE as an essential strategic partner in the West Asia region and the broader Indo-Pacific security framework.
