'Free, Open & Safe Hormuz Our Highest Priority': PM Modi Stresses 'Dialogue & Diplomacy' In Talks With UAE President

PM Modi highlighted the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a delegation-level  talks with UAE president in Abu Dhabi and stressed on the need to emphaise on dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the crisis in the Middle East, while highlighting that the conflict is impacting the entire world at present.

PM Modi said "...Brother, the impact of the current conflict in West Asia is being felt across the entire world today. India has always prioritized the path of dialogue and diplomacy as the means to resolve problems. Maintaining a free, open, and safe Strait of Hormuz is our highest priority. In this regard, adherence to international law is essential..."

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PM Modi landed in the UAE on Friday, beginning a five-nation visit that will also include the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy. He landed in  Abu Dhabi by afternoon, where he was welcomed by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and received a guard of honour after arrival.

 

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