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Modi in Kuwait Highlights | 'Extremely optimistic about future ties,' says PM as he leaves after two-day tripHello readers! Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held extensive talks with Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah with a focus on imparting new momentum to India-Kuwait relations, especially in areas of trade, investment and energy. Modi arrived in Kuwait on Saturday on a two-day trip, the first to this Gulf nation by an Indian prime minister in 43 years. The prime minister also met Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Sabah. Bilateral talks focussed on shoring up ties in a range of key areas including defence and trade. Here are the highlights from PM Modi's visit to Kuwait.
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<div class="paragraphs"><p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi waves as he boards the plane for New Delhi after concluding his visit to Kuwait, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024.</p></div>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi waves as he boards the plane for New Delhi after concluding his visit to Kuwait, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday attended the opening ceremony of the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup as the chief guest at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium here, on his two-day visit to the Gulf nation, the first for any Indian prime minister in 43 years.

Modi is visiting Kuwait at the invitation of Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.

The prime minister joined the Emir, the Crown Prince, and the Prime Minister of Kuwait in witnessing the grand opening ceremony.

The event also provided an opportunity for an informal interaction of the prime minister with the leadership of Kuwait, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a press release.

Kuwait was scheduled to play Oman in the opening game of the eight-team tournament.

​Kuwait is hosting the biennial Arabian Gulf Cup with participation from eight countries, including GCC nations, Iraq, and Yemen.

Pleased to meet His Highness the Amir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah: Modi on X

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PM Modi holds talks with top Kuwaiti leadership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held extensive talks with Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah with a focus on imparting new momentum to India-Kuwait relations, especially in areas of trade, investment and energy.

Modi arrived here on Saturday on a two-day trip, the first to this Gulf nation by an Indian prime minister in 43 years.

The prime minister is also meeting Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Sabah.

The talks are set to focus on shoring up ties in a range of key areas including defence and trade, officials said earlier.

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PM Modi receives Kuwait's highest civilian award, 'The Order of Mubarak the Great', from the Amir

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Discussed cooperation in sectors like pharma, IT, fintech, infra, security, says Modi after 'excellent' meet with Amir

"Excellent meeting with His Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah," PM Modi wrote on X.

"We discussed cooperation in key sectors like pharmaceuticals, IT, FinTech, Infrastructure and security," he added.

"In line with the close ties between our nations, we have elevated our partnership to a strategic one and I am optimistic that our friendship will flourish even more in the times to come," Modi concluded.

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"I am honoured to be conferred the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Order by His Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah. I dedicate this honour to the people of India and to the strong friendship between India and Kuwait," Modi wrote in a post on X.

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PM Modi leaves for Delhi after completing his two-day visit to Kuwait

'Extremely optimistic about India-Kuwait ties', says Modi as he leaves after two-day trip

"Had a very good meeting with His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, the Crown Prince of Kuwait. The discussions covered ways to deepen economic and cultural linkages between our nations. We are extremely optimistic about the India-Kuwait Strategic Partnership scaling new heights of success in the times to come," Modi wrote in a post on X.

'Thank PM of Kuwait for seeing me off at airport', writes Modi as he departs

"Thank you Kuwait! This visit was historic and will greatly enhance our bilateral relations. I thank the Government and people of Kuwait for their warmth. I also thank the PM of Kuwait for the special gesture of coming to the airport for the see-off," Modi said in a post on X.

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(Published 22 December 2024, 08:23 IST)