Indian PM Modi Tells UAE President, "Brother, It Feels Like Home."

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan gave Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi a hearty embrace upon his arrival in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday afternoon, signifying their deep friendship and strong relationship.

During his two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates, Modi called Sheikh Mohamed his “brother” on multiple occasions. The two leaders convened to announce the signing of various accords, one of which was a bilateral investment treaty.

I always feel like I have come home and am among family whenever I am here to meet you and your folks. Every time I’ve been here, I’ve felt like this. And because of how closely our connections are bonded, we have met five times in the last seven months—which may not be typical,” Modi said to Sheikh Mohamed, adding that tight cooperation and partnership exist between India and the UAE in several industries.

Regarding the deal signed on interlinking domestic payment cards, Modi stated, “With the launch of our UPI RuPay card and your Jaywan card, we are entering a new era of FinTech.”