India-UAE strategic partnership: West Asia, energy, defence and technology discussed in September 2026 call

Direct fact

In September 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call from UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and both leaders discussed West Asia developments and the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Key specifics

• The call was reported on 18 September 2026, with the Prime Minister turning 76 on 17 September 2026.
• The leaders discussed cooperation in 5 areas: energy, defence, technology, investment and health.
• The PMO said both sides reaffirmed coordination for regional peace, security and stability in West Asia.
• The UAE President congratulated India on its successful BRICS Presidency in 2026.
• UAE Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled’s participation in the BRICS Summit was noted as part of the cooperation.

Exam lens

Question type: India-UAE bilateral relations, summit and partnership facts. Key facts: 18 September 2026 call, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, 5 cooperation sectors, BRICS Presidency. TNPSC one-liner: India’s West Asia diplomacy often links energy security, defence ties and multilateral cooperation.