FIEO Welcomes Prime
Minister Modi’s Multi-Nation Visit to UAE and Europe, Sees Major Boost to
India’s Trade & Investment Ties
New Delhi, May 12, 2026: The Federation
of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) has welcomes the upcoming official visit
of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to the United Arab Emirates, the
Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy from May 15–20, 2026, stating that the
visit will significantly strengthen India’s strategic economic engagement with
key global partners and provide fresh momentum to trade, investment and
technology collaborations during such challenging times.
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Reacting to the announcement, FIEO
President Mr S C Ralhan said that the Prime Minister’s visit comes at a crucial
juncture when India is deepening its economic integration with Europe and the
Gulf region through enhanced trade partnerships, resilient supply chains and
investment-led growth.
Mr Ralhan stated, “The Prime Minister’s
high-level engagements with the leadership of UAE and major European nations
underline India’s growing stature as a trusted economic partner and a key
driver of global growth. The visit is expected to create substantial
opportunities for Indian exporters across sectors including engineering, clean
energy, technology, pharmaceuticals, food processing, textiles, logistics and
digital trade.”
Welcoming the Prime Minister’s visit to
the UAE, Mr Ralhan noted that the bilateral relationship has evolved into a
strong Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with rapidly expanding trade and
investment linkages. He said that the UAE continues to remain one of India’s
most important trade and investment partners and a critical gateway for Indian
exports to the Middle East and Africa.
“The visit will further consolidate
India-UAE economic relations, especially in energy cooperation, infrastructure,
investments and services trade. The strong Indian diaspora in the UAE also
serves as a vital bridge in enhancing business and people-to-people ties,” he
added.
Commenting on the Prime Minister’s
engagements in the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy, the FIEO President
said that Europe remains one of India’s most significant export destinations
and investment sources. He emphasized that the visit gains added importance in
the backdrop of the recently concluded India-EU Free Trade Agreement and the
India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA).
Mr Ralhan said, “The Prime Minister’s
discussions with European leaders are expected to deepen cooperation in
future-oriented sectors such as green hydrogen, semiconductors, AI, innovation,
clean technologies, defence manufacturing, blue economy, resilient supply chains
and sustainability. These areas hold immense potential for Indian exporters and
industry.”
Highlighting the importance of the
India-Nordic Summit in Oslo, Mr Ralhan observed that the Nordic region offers
significant opportunities for collaboration in renewable energy, climate
technologies, maritime sectors, digital innovation and advanced manufacturing.
“The growing strategic convergence
between India and Nordic countries can open new avenues for Indian businesses,
startups and technology partnerships while supporting India’s transition
towards sustainable and green growth,” he added.
FIEO also welcomes the Prime Minister’s
participation in major business engagements including the European Round Table
for Industry and the India-Norway Business and Research Summit, stating that
such interactions will help enhance investor confidence and facilitate stronger
industrial partnerships.
Mr Ralhan further stated, “India’s
bilateral trade with the countries covered during the visit exceeds USD 70
billion collectively, while investments from these regions into India continue
to rise steadily. The visit will provide fresh impetus to bilateral trade,
cross-border investments and economic cooperation.”
The FIEO President expressed confidence
that the Prime Minister’s visit would further enhance India’s global trade
footprint, strengthen market access for Indian exporters and contribute
meaningfully towards achieving the country’s long-term export growth objectives.
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