PM Modi Strengthens India-Kuwait Ties During Historic Visit

Narendra Modi's two-day trip to Kuwait, the first by an Indian Prime Minister in 43 years, focuses on trade, energy, and the welfare of Indian workers.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kuwait at the invitation of Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, marking the first Indian prime ministerial visit since 1981.
Key agreements under discussion include a bilateral investment treaty, a defence cooperation pact, and a potential free trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
Modi emphasized Kuwait's importance as India's sixth-largest crude oil supplier and a major investor, with bilateral trade valued at $10.47 billion in 2023-24.
During the visit, Modi addressed the Indian diaspora, visited a labour camp to highlight worker welfare, and attended the Arabian Gulf Cup opening ceremony as a guest of honour.
The visit aims to deepen ties in energy, trade, and cultural exchange, while also advancing India's strategic partnerships in the West Asian region.