Modi also presented MBZ with a Pashmina shawl housed in an ornate silver box. The decorative silver box, made in Telangana, showcases India's rich tradition of handicrafts, while the shawl reflects the country's renowned handloom heritage. A Pashmina shawl, in an ornate silver box, was also gifted to Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Al Ketbi. In addition, she received Kashmiri saffron, presented in a decorative silver box. India and the UAE also share a strong energy partnership, underpinned by long-term energy supply agreements.

Source: Mint January 20, 2026 12:12 UTC