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7/9/25, 5:01 PM India, UAE to enhance bilateral trade relations and industrial cooperation -
India, UAE To Enhance Bilateral Trade Relations And Industrial

Cooperation

Union Minister of Steel and Heavy Industries HD Kumaraswamy concluded a three-day

diplomatic and business visit to the United Arab Emirates, engaging in high-level discussions
expected to significantly enhance bilateral trade relations and industrial cooperation between
India and the UAE.The delegation included senior officials of the Ministry of Steel and CMDs,
Senior representatives of three leading Indian steel companies Steel Authority of India Limited
(SAIL), MECON Limited, and National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC).
During the visit, the Minister inaugurated Representative Offices of these companies in Dubai.
The opening of offices in Dubai is reflective of GOIs priority of Indian steel companies
expanding their global footprint and leveraging wider opportunities.
The minister’s visit featured strategic meetings with key UAE leadership, advancing India’s
industrial presence in the Middle Eastern market while exploring new avenues for economic
collaboration. Minister Kumaraswamy held discussions with UAE Minister of Economy and
Tourism Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, focusing on strengthening trade and economic relations.
The meeting addressed green steel collaboration for sustainable development, opportunities in
high-grade steel and aluminum for defense and automotive sectors, and initiatives to boost
supply chain resilience.
The minister also met with Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, where
discussions centered on steel sector collaboration, exploring opportunities in mineral sourcing,
green steel initiatives, and industrial projects.The delegation’s itinerary included strategic site

visits across the UAE. Minister Kumaraswamy met with senior officials of RAK Port and
conducted site visits to Stevin Rock quarries in Ras Al Khaimah. The team also visited Emirates
Global Aluminium and Conares Steel facilities in Jebel Ali, Dubai, engaging with major regional
metals industry players.

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