New Delhi, May 15 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a five-nation visit to the United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy from today,15 May. The visit will focus on strengthening trade, investment, technology and strategic cooperation with Europe and the Gulf region.

To begin with the prime minister will emplane for an official visit to the United Arab Emirates today at 8.30 am. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the prime minister will meet the President of the UAE, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during the visit, the ministry of external affairs said the two leaders will have the opportunity to exchange views on bilateral issues, in particular energy cooperation, as well as regional and internati...