UAE and Madhya Pradesh discuss investment, aviation, tourism and industrial cooperation
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav held a high-level meeting with UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri in Dubai on Monday to discuss investment and economic cooperation between the UAE and Madhya Pradesh. Al Marri accepted Yadav’s invitation to the upcoming Global Investors Summit (GIS) in Madhya Pradesh and assured that a UAE investment delegation would soon visit the State to explore opportunities in the hotel and hospitality sector.
UAE Delegation to Explore Madhya Pradesh Opportunities
During the meeting, the two sides discussed potential cooperation across mining, textiles, forestry and tourism. Yadav highlighted the state government’s transparent policies, land ownership regulations, labour reforms and protection mechanisms available to foreign investors.
He also shared the experience of UAE-based companies already operating in Madhya Pradesh and reiterated the state’s commitment to creating a conducive business environment.
Al Marri assured Yadav that a special investment delegation from Dubai would soon visit Madhya Pradesh to examine opportunities in the hotel and hospitality sector.
Aviation Connectivity Also Discussed
Aviation connectivity and operations between the UAE and Madhya Pradesh featured prominently in the discussions.
Yadav outlined key provisions of the state’s aviation policy and sought greater cooperation to expand air operations between the two regions. Al Marri, who also chairs the UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority, assured Yadav of support in expanding aviation operations between the UAE and Madhya Pradesh.
The proposed expansion is expected to strengthen tourism, cargo movement and business travel between the two destinations.
Focus on Economic Zones and Industrial Parks
The Chief Minister also sought details about the UAE’s Hatta Economic Zone Development Project and its model for developing specialised industrial parks.
Yadav outlined the state’s efforts towards establishing modern industrial clusters and special economic zones and sought greater cooperation to expand operations between the two regions. Dubai’s experience in developing such economic zones was also discussed.
Discussions further covered the Dubai Future Foundation model and its potential adaptation in Madhya Pradesh. Al Marri, who has served as CEO of the Dubai Future Foundation, assured the state of technical and strategic support for establishing a similar innovation- and future-oriented institution in Madhya Pradesh.
GIS Positioned as a Platform for UAE Investment
The meeting focused on translating the investment priorities discussed by both sides into concrete outcomes. Directions were issued for expediting the implementation of decisions taken during the meeting and earlier discussions on investment opportunities.
The proposed UAE investment delegation is expected to provide a platform for Dubai-based companies to assess opportunities in Madhya Pradesh’s hospitality and tourism ecosystem.
The state government is also positioning the upcoming GIS as a key platform to deepen engagement with UAE investors and attract investments across emerging and established sectors.
The meeting also explored opportunities to leverage the UAE’s expertise in developing integrated economic and tourism destinations.