# PM Modi, UAE president discuss West Asia crisis, bilateral ties

2026-09-18T13:16:42+00:00 | World & Diplomacy | Indian Opinion Desk

Corroboration: 4 independent outlets

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke by phone with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday, discussing developments in West Asia and ways to deepen the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to work together to advance peace, security and stability in the region, according to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office. Their conversation covered cooperation in energy, defence, technology, investment and health. The UAE President conveyed birthday greetings to Modi, who turned 76 on Thursday. Modi thanked him and set out his intention to continue close cooperation. The Economic Times reports that the UAE President also congratulated Modi on India's successful BRICS Presidency, and Modi appreciated the UAE's participation in the BRICS Summit.

## Indian Opinion Analysis

All four sources report the call with near-identical facts from the PMO and Wam statements. Hindustan Times, ABP Live and The National lead with the West Asia discussion and regional stability, while Economic Times foregrounds the BRICS Summit compliment, giving the call a diplomatic-balance framing. The National adds historical depth, noting the 50-year alliance, the Cepa agreement, and the four million Indian expatriates. The uniform straight reporting leaves no stance gap. The next indicator of India-UAE alignment will be any joint statement after the next BRICS or UNGA meeting.

## Coverage

- hindustantimes.com (neutral report) <https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/pm-modi-uae-president-discuss-west-asia-crisis-bilateral-ties-over-phone-call-101789731645364.html>
  Leads with PMO statement on West Asia discussion and bilateral ties, no editorial framing
- news.abplive.com (neutral report) <https://news.abplive.com/news/world/pm-modi-speaks-to-uae-president-sheikh-mohamed-amid-west-asia-tensions-1867301>
  Leads with PMO statement, includes Modi's X post and FAQ box, no slant
- economictimes.indiatimes.com (neutral report) <https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/uae-president-calls-pm-modi-discusses-west-asia-situation-and-deepens-strategic-ties/articleshow/134334169.cms>
  Leads with BRICS compliment and birthday greetings, otherwise straight PMO copy
- thenationalnews.com (neutral report) <https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/09/18/president-sheikh-mohamed-and-indias-modi-discuss-efforts-to-boost-ties-in-call/>
  Leads with ties and birthday wishes, adds historical context but no slant

Tags: BRICS, India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, Narendra Modi, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE, West Asia
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