Abu Dhabi, May 15 -- In a powerful display of personal diplomacy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi touched down in the UAE on Friday, marking the start of a high-stakes visit aimed at fortifying the strategic bridge between New Delhi and Abu Dhabi.

The visit began with a rare and significant diplomatic gesture: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan personally received the Prime Minister at the airport. This break from standard protocol underscored the deep "brotherly" bond that has come to define the relationship between the two leaders.

In a post on X, PM Modi said, "I thank my brother HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, for the special gesture of receiving me at Abu Dhabi airport. I look forward to our ...