New Delhi: Ahead of his visit to UAE from August 16, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said he would seek to enhance cooperation in energy and trade and reach out to investors there to promote India as an attractive business destination.

Describing United Arab Emirates (UAE) as a "valued partner", he said the extent of the ties indicate the vibrant bilateral relations India being UAE's 2nd largest trading partner and UAE the 3rd largest trade partner for the country.