NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday visited Kuwait, marking the first visit by an Indian PM in 43 years. PM Modi attended the opening ceremony of the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium as the chief guest where he met Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.
“Glad to have met His Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah during the opening ceremony of the Arabian Gulf Cup,” wrote PM Modi on X, sharing a photo of their meet.
The Arabian Gulf Cup includes eight teams, with the opening match between Kuwait and Oman.
Earlier, PM Modi addressed the Indian community at the ‘Hala Modi’ event in Kuwait City. He spoke at the Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Indoor Sports Complex, praising the diaspora’s contribution to global growth.
PM Modi stated that India could become ‘the skill capital of the world.’ He also recognized the large Indian presence in Kuwait, calling it a ‘mini-Hindustan.’
“Every year, hundreds of Indians come to Kuwait. You have added an Indian touch to Kuwaiti society. You have filled the canvas of Kuwait with the colors of Indian skills. You have mixed the essence of India’s talent, technology, and tradition in Kuwait,” PM Modi said.
On Sunday, PM Modi is scheduled to meet with the Emir, the Crown Prince, and the Prime Minister of Kuwait.
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