Madhya Pradesh and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to work towards a joint mechanism for selected investment projects and plan to organise a Madhya Pradesh-UAE investment roundtable, following a series of meetings held by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav in Dubai on Sunday.

Yadav met government representatives and industry leaders during his engagements on the sidelines of AIM Congress 2026, seeking to attract investment into Madhya Pradesh and expand trade and business cooperation with the UAE and other international partners.

MP, UAE Discuss Joint Investment Projects

The understanding was reached during Yadav’s meeting with UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, according to a Madhya Pradesh government release.

The discussions covered potential cooperation across food processing, fisheries and aquaculture, cold-chain infrastructure, green energy, logistics, pharmaceuticals, electric vehicles, smart manufacturing and export platforms.

“Both sides agreed to develop a joint working mechanism for selected investment projects and to organise a Madhya Pradesh-UAE investment roundtable in the future,” the release said.

Talks With Lulu Group Focus On Agricultural Procurement

Yadav also met Yusuff Ali M A, Chairman and Managing Director of Lulu Group International, with the discussions focusing on increasing direct procurement of agricultural produce from Madhya Pradesh.

The two sides discussed the direct purchase of onions, wheat, vegetables and other agricultural products from the state. Opportunities in food processing, supply chains, warehousing, agricultural exports and the expansion of the company’s retail network were also discussed.

Yadav briefed the company on Madhya Pradesh’s agricultural output and food-processing infrastructure and invited Lulu Group to expand its investments in the state.

Cooperation Discussed With UAE Economy Minister

During his Dubai visit, the Chief Minister also met UAE Cabinet Member and Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri.

Their discussions focused on potential cooperation in civil aviation, special economic zones, industrial parks and investment.

Yadav outlined Madhya Pradesh’s plans for developing specialised industrial zones and discussed cooperation involving future-focused institutions, including concepts similar to the Dubai Future Foundation, according to the government release.

Ras Al Khaimah Cooperation And Global Investors Summit

Earlier in the day, Yadav met His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah.

The meeting explored possible cooperation in ceramics and construction materials, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, tourism and hospitality, food processing, logistics and renewable energy.

Both sides also stressed the importance of institutional cooperation to promote investment and improve market access.

Yadav invited the Ras Al Khaimah ruler to attend Madhya Pradesh’s Global Investors Summit 2027.

Trade And Investment Talks With Tatarstan

The Chief Minister also held a government-level meeting with Rustam Minnikhanov, Head of Russia’s Republic of Tatarstan, during his engagements in Dubai.

The discussions focused on expanding trade and investment cooperation in advanced manufacturing, petrochemicals, engineering, logistics, food processing, agriculture, technology and innovation-led industries.

The two sides also discussed exchanging business delegations, exploring possible joint projects, Madhya Pradesh’s participation in the TIME: Russia-India forum and Tatarstan’s participation in the Global Investors Summit 2027.

Madhya Pradesh Pitches Investment Opportunities At AIM Congress

Separately, Yadav addressed the “Invest in Madhya Pradesh, India” session at AIM Congress 2026, presenting investment opportunities in manufacturing, food processing, textiles, automobiles, engineering, pharmaceuticals, telecom equipment, electronics and clean energy.

“Madhya Pradesh is not merely a state of opportunities, but a centre for long-term, stable and reliable investment partnerships,” Yadav said.

He said the state’s central location, combined with its transport and logistics infrastructure, could support manufacturing and distribution networks. Goods can be transported from Madhya Pradesh to different parts of India within 24 to 36 hours, he added.

Yadav invited global investors attending the Dubai event to participate in the Global Investors Summit 2027, which is scheduled to be held in Bhopal next year.

Madhya Pradesh Pavilion Showcases Key Sectors

The Chief Minister also inaugurated the Madhya Pradesh Pavilion at AIM Congress 2026.

The pavilion showcased investment opportunities in manufacturing, textiles, logistics, renewable energy, pharmaceuticals and electronics, while also displaying GI-tagged products and items developed under the One District One Product initiative.

Yadav’s engagements concluded with meetings and interactions with representatives of UAE- and India-linked business groups, including senior executives from the food, logistics, aviation, textiles and industrial manufacturing sectors.

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