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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with foreign ministers from Arab countries on Saturday in New Delhi during the second India-Arab Foreign Ministers' Meeting. He emphasized India's ongoing support for the Palestinians and the Gaza peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump. According to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), PM Modi expressed gratitude for the Arab League's role in promoting regional peace and stability. The statement said, “The prime minister reaffirmed India's support for the Palestinian people and welcomed ongoing peace initiatives, including the Gaza peace plan.” Modi also pointed out the strong and historic connections between India and the Arab world, which have helped build and strengthen their relations over time. The Prime Minister shared his vision for the future of the India-Arab partnership and confirmed India's dedication to enhancing cooperation. He posted a photo with the Arab ministers on X and wrote: “I was pleased to host the Foreign Ministers and delegations from the League of Arab States today. The Arab world is a vital part of India’s broader neighborhood. We share deep cultural ties, active people-to-people links, strong brotherly relations, and a mutual commitment to peace, progress, and stability. I believe that boosting collaboration in technology, energy, trade, and innovation will create new opportunities and raise our partnership to greater levels.” Modi’s comments regarding the Gaza peace plan come as India has not yet decided whether to join the 'Board Of Peace' initiative aimed at resolving global conflicts, beginning with the Gaza issue. Trump had sent an invitation letter to PM Modi, which was later shared on social media by the US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor. The US president introduced the 'Board of Peace' as part of the second phase of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, which both parties signed in October 2025. The board is expected to be chaired for life by Trump and will initially focus on the Gaza conflict before expanding to other issues. Membership in the board will be limited to three-year terms unless members contribute $1 billion each to support its activities and gain permanent status.