WHAT DINA THINKS: The Strengthening India-UAE Alliance in 2023

Hi expats! The year 2023 witnessed a monumental elevation of the historically strong ties between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to a truly multilateral level. Significant developments included the announcement of the strategically crucial India-Middle East Economic Corridor and the expansion of the BRICS grouping to include the Gulf nation.






Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s dedicated efforts to enhance India’s relations with the UAE’s top leadership were pivotal in catalyzing the qualitative and quantitative progress in bilateral ties

Key highlights included the UAE’s entry into the BRICS group during the August summit and the unveiling of the India-Middle East Economic Corridor (IMEEC) at the G20 summit in New Delhi in September. The UAE, along with other new member nations, is set to become part of BRICS from January 1, 2024. This inclusion strategically positions the UAE and solidifies its global economic and diplomatic engagements.


The proposed IMEEC, comprising eastern and northern corridors connecting India to the Gulf region and Europe, respectively, will integrate the region via a railway line and existing ports through the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Israel.
Throughout 2023, the India-UAE relationship witnessed significant advancements, particularly in trade, defense, and multilateral cooperation. The implementation of the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on May 1, 2022, notably impacted bilateral trade, resulting in historic highs. The fiscal year 2022-23 witnessed trade between the nations reaching approximately USD 84.5 billion, marking a remarkable 16% year-on-year increase.

Prime Minister Modi’s fifth visit to the UAE in July 2023 further solidified bilateral relations, emphasizing discussions on trade, energy, defense, and food security cooperation. The visit also centered on bolstering cooperation for ambitious outcomes at COP28 and India’s G20 presidency.

Both nations reaffirmed their joint commitment to combat extremism and terrorism, emphasizing the promotion of peace, coexistence, and tolerance.The joint committee under the CEPA aims to double non-petroleum trade to USD 100 billion by 2030, highlighting their commitment to strengthening economic ties.The pinnacle of cooperation between India and the UAE was evident at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai. Both nations emphasized collective global action, financial commitments, and sustainable behaviors to combat climate change.


The multilateral collaboration extended to platforms like the G20 and BRICS, showcasing mutual support and collaboration. The UAE’s backing of India’s G20 presidency and its membership in the extended BRICS group reflect a shared interest in addressing global challenges.

As India prepares to inaugurate the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi in February next year, the strong bilateral relations and growing synergy in international forums between India and the UAE continue to forge a promising path for diplomatic and economic collaboration.

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