On his official visit to Kuwait, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today met with His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, the Crown Prince of the State of Kuwait. The meeting marked an important moment in the growing partnership between India and Kuwait, as both leaders discussed a range of bilateral, regional, and global issues.
Prime Minister Modi fondly recalled his recent interaction with His Highness the Crown Prince on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September 2024, underscoring the strong diplomatic ties between the two nations. The Prime Minister expressed that India attaches the highest importance to its relationship with Kuwait, emphasizing the strategic nature of the partnership.
During the meeting, both leaders reviewed the progress of bilateral relations, which they agreed were on an upward trajectory. They expressed satisfaction with the ongoing cooperation in various sectors and welcomed the elevation of their relationship to a Strategic Partnership. This step is expected to further deepen cooperation in areas such as trade, energy, security, technology, and people-to-people exchanges.
A key topic of discussion was the coordination between India and Kuwait at the United Nations and other multilateral forums. Both leaders agreed on the importance of working closely together to address global challenges and promote peace, security, and sustainable development. Prime Minister Modi expressed confidence that India-GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) relations would be significantly strengthened during Kuwait’s presidency of the GCC.
In a gesture of goodwill, Prime Minister Modi extended an invitation to His Highness the Crown Prince to visit India at a mutually convenient time. The visit, which would further enhance bilateral ties, was warmly welcomed by the Crown Prince, who expressed his commitment to strengthening the friendship between the two nations.
Following the productive meeting, His Highness the Crown Prince hosted a lavish banquet in honor of Prime Minister Modi. The banquet was attended by key members of the Kuwaiti government and dignitaries, providing a platform for further strengthening personal and diplomatic relations.
Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Kuwait is a significant step in advancing India’s foreign policy in the Gulf region. As India and Kuwait continue to deepen their strategic cooperation, both leaders expressed optimism about the future trajectory of their relationship, which is expected to have a positive impact on the broader regional and global stage.
The meeting with the Crown Prince, along with other engagements during the visit, is set to pave the way for more robust and multifaceted collaboration between India and Kuwait in the years to come.