MUMBAI, INDIA — Mr. Mohamed Naser Alzaabi, Chairman and Managing Director of AlNser Holding, recently concluded a high-level strategic visit to Mumbai, reinforcing the deep-rooted economic ties and expanding investment horizons between the UAE and India.
The visit comes at a historic juncture as bilateral trade between the two nations reached a record $100.06 billion in FY 2024–25, a testament to the transformative impact of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)signed in 2022. With the UAE now serving as India’s third-largest trading partner and second-largest export destination, the mission focused on identifying the next generation of scalable opportunities in energy, technology, and gourmet food.
Bridging Markets through Strategic Synergy
During the mission, Mr. Alzaabi engaged with India’s leading industrial captains and institutional bodies to evaluate collaborative frameworks that leverage the UAE as a global launchpad for Indian innovation.
"India and the UAE share a relationship built on centuries of trade, now evolved into a sophisticated $100 billion strategic partnership," said Mr. Mohamed Naser Alzaabi. "Our discussions in Mumbai confirmed a shared appetite for deep integration across sectors like sustainable energy, logistics, and talent development. We see immense potential for Indian enterprises to scale globally by utilizing the UAE’s world-class infrastructure and our group’s regional expertise."
High-Level Engagements & Industrial Dialogue
The Chairman’s itinerary featured pivotal meetings with the architects of the India-UAE commercial corridor:
• Institutional Leadership: Held productive sessions with Ajit Mangrulkar (Director General, IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry), Vijay Kalantri (President, AIAI and Vice Chairman, World Trade Centre Mumbai), and Dr. Waiel Awwad (Secretary General, India & Arab Countries Chamber of Commerce).
• Strategic Councils: Met with the UAE-India Business Council (UIBC) and the UAE-India CEPA Council (UICC), commending their vital role in streamlining cross-border investment flows.
• Industrial Synergy: Engaged with Mukundan Ramakrishnan, MD & CEO of Tata Chemicals Limited, and other prominent business leaders during the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum in Mumbai, organized by ADGM, ADIO, and the Abu Dhabi Chamber.
Targeted Sector Expansion: From Energy to Gourmet Food
Reflecting AlNser Holding’s diverse portfolio, the visit placed a specific emphasis on:
• Energy & Sustainability: Exploring joint ventures in green technology and infrastructure.
• Gourmet Foods: Evaluating supply chain integrations for premium food items, a sector that remains a cornerstone of the bilateral trade basket.
• Digital & Logistics: Discussing the integration of UAE’s global logistics hubs with India’s engineering and technological prowess.
With cumulative UAE FDI into India reaching $22.84 billion, AlNser Holding continues to act as a primary bridge for capital and innovation, ensuring the next phase of the UAE-India corridor is defined by shared value and global leadership.