For the first time in over 40 years, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Kuwait for two days starting Saturday. Forty-three years have passed since the last Indian prime leader visited Kuwait. In 1981, the late former prime minister Indira Gandhi traveled to Kuwait, and in 2009, vice president Hamid Ansari did as well.

Kuwait's top leadership will meet with Prime Minister Modi during his two-day visit. Modi is in Kuwait by invitation of Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Amir. In addition to the Amir, he will speak with the prime minister and the Crown Prince of Kuwait. These discussions will allow for reviewing ties in areas including trade, investment, energy, culture, and people-to-people contacts.

In addition, he will speak at an Indian community gathering, tour a labour camp that houses Indian blue-collar workers, and attend the Gulf Cup football tournament's opening ceremony. Modi's "Hala Modi" community event, which would take place in Kuwait is Sheikh Saad Al Abdullah Sports Complex, was being prepared.

According to the ministry of external affairs, Modi's visit to Kuwait one day before the prime minister's departure is anticipated to "start a new chapter" in India-Kuwait relations.

The visit also underscores the importance of India’s outreach to Gulf nations as part of its broader foreign policy agenda. It is seen as an effort to deepen strategic partnerships and ensure energy security while supporting the welfare of millions of Indian workers contributing to the Gulf economy.

PM Modi’s itinerary includes cultural programs highlighting the two nations' shared heritage and a visit to key landmarks. After concluding his two-day trip, the prime minister is expected to return to India.

With this visit, India and Kuwait are set to script a new chapter in their long-standing relationship, demonstrating a commitment to mutual growth and global stability.