Indian Army Chief Visits UAE to Strengthen Military Ties

General Upendra Dwivedi, the Army Chief of India, has commenced a two-day visit to the UAE aimed at bolstering military cooperation. His discussions with top military officials will focus on enhancing mutual understanding and collaboration in defense matters. This visit is particularly significant given the current geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region, especially between the UAE and Saudi Arabia regarding Yemen. The Indian Army emphasizes the importance of this trip in reinforcing bilateral defense commitments.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 4, 2026, 17:31 IST

General Upendra Dwivedi's Visit to UAE

On Sunday, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi embarked on a two-day trip to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to explore avenues for enhancing bilateral military cooperation.

During his visit, General Dwivedi is set to engage in extensive discussions with senior military officials from the UAE. The Indian Army highlighted on social media that this trip aims to deepen mutual understanding, increase collaboration in areas of shared interest, and reinforce the commitment to advancing bilateral defense cooperation between the two nations.

This visit comes at a time of rapidly evolving developments in the Gulf region, particularly amid rising tensions between the UAE and Saudi Arabia concerning the situation in Yemen.