Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, has received Pinarayi Vijayan, Chief Minister of Kerala, along with his accompanying delegation, at his majlis in Abu Dhabi, to discuss ways to enhance bilateral relations, promote cultural understanding, and strengthen cooperation across various sectors of mutual interest.
The Indian delegation included Saji Cheriyan, Kerala’s Minister of Culture and Youth Affairs; Dr. Deepak Mittal, Ambassador of India to the United Arab Emirates; Dr. A Jayathilak, Chief Secretary, Government of Kerala; and M A Yusuff Ali, Chairman of Lulu Group International.
Sheikh Nahyan welcomed the delegation, affirming that the strong and enduring partnerships between the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of India, under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, reflect a forward-looking national vision rooted in mutual respect and shared progress.
He emphasized that the partnership with Kerala will continue to strengthen bridges of cooperation and friendship, while further consolidating the values of tolerance, coexistence, and cultural harmony between the two friendly peoples. The two sides discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation across various fields that support comprehensive development, in a manner that serves mutual interests and opens broader horizons for future partnerships.
Sheikh Nahyan also commended the constructive role played by Indian entrepreneurs and investors in deepening cooperation between the two countries, emphasizing the UAE’s keenness to provide an enabling environment that supports success and encourages initiatives that advance shared prosperity.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the visiting delegation thanked Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak for the warm reception and expressed appreciation for the care the UAE extends to the Indian community.
