UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan recently reached out to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to offer his warm congratulations on a historic achievement. Having completed 4,399 consecutive days in office, Modi has officially become India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister, surpassing the previous record held by the nation’s first leader, Jawaharlal Nehru. In a cordial exchange on X, President Sheikh Mohamed expressed his desire to continue fostering the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations, a sentiment that Prime Minister Modi reciprocated by referring to the leader as his "brother" and emphasizing the rapid growth of their bilateral ties.

This milestone highlights the flourishing relationship between the UAE and India, which has transformed significantly over the last decade. Beyond the deep cultural bonds supported by a large Indian expatriate community, the two nations have built a robust alliance spanning sectors like artificial intelligence, renewable energy, defense, and trade. With recent high-level diplomatic visits and multi-billion dollar investment commitments, the partnership is stronger than ever, reflecting a shared vision for economic progress and regional stability that continues to yield tangible benefits for both peoples.