World today needs governments which are inclusive, take everyone along, are clean and free from corruption, Modi said while speaking at the World Government Summit in Dubai on Wednesday.
He praised the UAE President, saying Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed is a leader with vision and resolve”. Dubai is becoming epicentre of global economy, commerce and technology, the PM added.
Terrorism in various forms is posing new challenges before humanity, he said.
“In India, people's trust in govt has increased in last few years, they have trust in intent, commitment of government. Minimum government, maximum governance has been my mantra,” Modi said.
“Social and financial inclusion has been our government's priority; over 50 crore people were connected to banking system. At a time when we are transforming our country, shouldn't there be reforms in global governance institutions. While giving priority to our national sovereignty, we have to ensure respect for international law,” he added.
“Now the world needs a smart government, which makes technology a government medium, which is transparent and not corrupt. On the one hand, the world is embracing modernity, on the other hand, the challenges emanating since the last century are on a continuous rise. Be it food security, health security, water security, energy security, education or building an inclusive society, every government is bound by many responsibilities towards its citizens,” Modi pointed out.
This is Modi's seventh visit to the UAE since 2015. He will inaugurate the BAPS Mandir, which is the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi, later on Wednesday.
