Dubai Chambers held a meeting with Dr. Deepak Mittal, Ambassador of India to the UAE, to explore opportunities to strengthen bilateral relations and expand trade and investment ties between Dubai and India. Moreover, the discussions reflected continued efforts to deepen cooperation amid evolving global conditions.
Digital economy and fintech cooperation in focus
During the meeting, Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, and Dr. Mittal reviewed ways to enhance engagement between business communities in both markets. Additionally, they discussed expanding collaboration across priority sectors, with a particular focus on the digital economy.
Fintech featured prominently in the discussions, highlighting its growing role in developing more efficient financial ecosystems. Furthermore, participants noted its importance in supporting advanced digital payment solutions and broader innovation across financial services.
Strengthening business connectivity and private sector engagement
The meeting addressed initiatives to strengthen business connectivity and promote deeper private sector collaboration. Moreover, both sides discussed ways to support continued expansion in commercial ties by building on the strong foundations of the bilateral economic relationship.
Lootah said, “Dubai and India have built a dynamic economic partnership that continues to evolve in line with shared ambitions and growing business engagement. In a rapidly changing global environment, close cooperation with public and private sector stakeholders is essential to bolster confidence, sustain commercial activity, and support deeper collaboration.”
India remains one of Dubai’s key economic partners, with Indian firms representing the largest foreign business community in the emirate. Additionally, Dubai International Chamber operates representative offices in Mumbai and Bengaluru, supporting trade growth and strengthening investment links between the two markets.
