Dubai/New Delhi, April 9 -- Discussions between the Indian and UAE defence ministers focused on enhancing collaboration in vital areas including defence industries, military training, skills development, and technology transfer, a UAE statement said.

The meeting between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and the Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Sheikh Hamdan, held in New Delhi on Tuesday, discussed avenues to strengthen defence and military cooperation between the two countries.

Held at the headquarters of the Ministry of Defence in New Delhi, the meeting was part of Sheikh Hamdan's official visit to India, which began on Tuesday morning.

Officials also discussed launching joint projects to enhance overall...