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Prime Minister Narendra Modi held series of bilateral meetings with world leaders on the sidelines of the COP-28 Summit in Dubai yesterday. During a meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, Mr Modi expressed condolences over the loss of lives in the October 7 Hamas attacks and welcomed the release of hostages. Emphasising the need for the safe delivery of humanitarian aid, the Prime Minister reiterated India’s support for a two-state solution and the early resolution of the Israel-Palestine issue through dialogue and diplomacy.
Prime Minister Modi met with President of Maldives, Mohamed Muizzu, and discussed ways to enhance friendship between India and Maldives across diverse sectors. In a social media post, Mr Modi said, we look forward to working together to deepen cooperation for the benefit of our people.
The Prime Minister also held talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, expressing admiration for Mr Macron’s passion for strengthening relations between India and France. Prime Minister Modi also held talks with the leaders of the United Arab Emirates, Sweden, Turkey, Barbados, Guyana, Italy, Brazil, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Bahrain, Jordan, Tajikistan, and Ethiopia. Mr Modi said he is always very happy to meet Crown Prince of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He invited UAE President for the Vibrant Gujarat Summit to be held next month.
The Prime Minister returned to New Delhi last night after two-day visit to Dubai, where he attended the Conference of Parties-28. Addresing the World Climate Action Summit at COP-28, Mr Modi Modi has said that India is committed to the UN Framework for Climate Change process. He offered to host COP33 in 2028. He also highlighted India’s development model, illustrating a delicate balance between ecology and the economy.
Prime Minister’s meeting with the President of the Republic of the Maldives
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, President of the Republic of the Maldives, on 01 December 2023, on the sidelines of COP-28 Summit in the UAE.
Prime Minister congratulated President Muizzu on his assumption of office.
Both leaders reviewed the wide ranging bilateral relations between the two countries including people to people linkages, development cooperation, economic relations, climate change and sports. The two leaders also discussed ways to further deepen their partnership. In this regard, they agreed to set up a core group.
Prime Minister’s meeting with the President of the State of Israel
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Mr. Isaac Herzog, President of the State of Israel, on 1 December 2023, on the sidelines of the COP 28 Summit in Dubai.
The two leaders exchanged views on the on-going Israel – Hamas conflict in the region. Prime Minister expressed his condolences on the loss of lives in the October 7 terror attacks and welcomed the release of hostages.
Prime Minister reiterated the need for continued and safe delivery of humanitarian aid for the affected population. He emphasized on India’s support for a two state solution and early and durable resolution of Israel Palestine issue through dialogue and diplomacy.
President Herzog congratulated Prime Minister on the success of India’s G20 Presidency and welcomed the launch of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.