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UAE Commander in Delhi: How a Guard of Honour Signals Stronger India Ties

The commander of the UAE's Presidential Guard, Major General Ali Saif Al Kaabi, kicked off his official visit to India with a ceremonial Guard of Honour in New Delhi. He was formally welcomed by Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi at the South Block Lawns. The visiting dignitary began his day by laying a wreath at the National War Memorial to honour India's fallen soldiers. This four-day visit is focused on holding high-level talks to further strengthen the defence partnership between the two nations.

Key Points: UAE Presidential Guard Commander Ali Saif Al Kaabi Visits India

  • UAE commander welcomed with ceremonial Guard of Honour at South Block Lawns by Army Chief Upendra Dwivedi
  • Major General Al Kaabi paid solemn tributes at the National War Memorial in New Delhi
  • The four-day visit aims to strengthen bilateral defence ties through high-level interactions
  • Events showcased deep-rooted professional camaraderie between Indian and UAE armed forces
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UAE Presidential Guard Commander Major General Ali Saif Al Kaabi receives Guard of Honour in Delhi

Major General Ali Saif Al Kaabi receives Guard of Honour in Delhi, reviews troops at South Block and pays tribute at National War Memorial during official visit.

"The ceremonies reflected the shared military ethos, mutual respect and camaraderie between India and the UAE - Indian Army"

New Delhi, December 15

Major General Ali Saif Humaid Al Kaabi, Commander of the Presidential Guard of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the South Block Lawns in New Delhi on Monday, marking the beginning of his four-day official visit to India aimed at strengthening bilateral defence ties.

Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi formally welcomed the visiting dignitary at the ceremony, which showcased the professional camaraderie and mutual respect between the armed forces of both nations.

Earlier in the day, Major General Al Kaabi paid solemn tributes to India's fallen soldiers by laying a wreath at the National War Memorial in New Delhi. The gesture symbolised the shared values of honour, sacrifice, and service that underpin the armed forces of India and the UAE.

In a post on X, the Indian Army wrote, "Major General Ali Saif Humaid Alkaabi, Commander of the Presidential Guard of the United Arab Emirates, today paid solemn tributes to India's #Bravehearts by laying a wreath at the National War Memorial, #NewDelhi. He also reviewed an impressive Guard of Honour at #SouthBlock."

"Major General Ali Saif Humaid Alkaabi is on a four-day official visit to India from 15 -19 December 2025. The ceremonies reflected the shared military ethos, mutual respect and camaraderie between India and the UAE, underscoring the strong, enduring and growing defence partnership between the two nations," the post futher read.

The visiting commander also reviewed an impressive Guard of Honour at South Block, a key administrative complex housing the Ministry of Defence and other strategic establishments. The ceremonial events highlighted the deep-rooted camaraderie and professional bonding between the Indian Armed Forces and the UAE Presidential Guard.

Major General Al Kaabi is on an official visit to India from December 15 to 19, during which he is expected to hold a series of high-level interactions with senior Indian defence officials.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Respectful gesture by Major General Al Kaabi to pay tribute at the National War Memorial. It shows a deep understanding of our values. Hope the talks lead to concrete collaborations in defence technology.
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Aditya G
While I appreciate the diplomatic gesture, I hope our defence partnerships are balanced and truly serve our national interest. Sometimes these visits are more about ceremony than substance. Let's see what tangible outcomes emerge.
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Priyanka N
So many of our brothers and sisters work in the UAE. Stronger ties at the government level should also mean better protection and rights for Indian expatriates there. That's the real test of this partnership.
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Vikram M
The Guard of Honour at South Block is always an impressive sight! It's good to see our military diplomacy in action. The UAE is a key strategic partner, not just in defence but also for energy security.
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Kavya N
Shared military ethos is mentioned, and it's true. Both nations value discipline and service. Hoping for joint training exercises and maybe even some defence manufacturing deals. A positive development for sure.

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