Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, announced on Friday (September 19, 2025) that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is poised to make substantial investments in India’s high-tech sectors, paving the way for a deeper collaborative partnership.
Goyal shared these insights with the media following his productive two-day visit to the UAE, which included high-level meetings with key officials, influential industry leaders, and members of the vibrant Indian community.
He emphasized the UAE’s strong position as a global investment magnet, attracting businesses worldwide to view it as a crucial gateway for activities across Africa, the Middle East, and Central Europe. “India is eager to harness the strategic advantage of this dynamic hub that the UAE has so successfully cultivated,” Goyal stated.
Highlighting India’s ambition for rapid investment growth, Goyal, who led a delegation of 75 prominent industry leaders, noted that while the UAE is already a significant investor in India, there’s a clear potential for even greater capital inflow. “UAE investors are astute enough to recognize that India presents an unmissable opportunity,” he remarked, underscoring the optimism for future partnerships.
The Minister anticipates a significant surge in both Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Foreign Institutional Investment (FII) from the UAE.
Further, Goyal revealed exciting prospects for small businesses through the proposed Bharat Mart project, designed to empower them to become major global exporters. “Over 9,000 companies have already expressed keen interest in joining Bharat Mart,” he proudly announced.
He concluded by specifying key areas of interest for UAE investors: data centers, advanced technology, the banking sector, Indian start-ups, and strengthening India’s logistics ecosystem.