Syabus: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests.
High-Level Meetings
- EAM S. Jaishankar visited Doha and met Qatar’s PM and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani.
- Discussions covered energy, trade, investment, and people-to-people ties.
- He also met Amir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and reaffirmed India’s commitment to a stronger partnership.
- Both sides exchanged views on Middle East/West Asia and major regional and global developments.
- Bilateral Cooperation Review
- Leaders examined progress in the Strategic Partnership, focusing on energy security, trade diversification, and investment opportunities.
- Qatar News Agency reported detailed dialogue on strengthening cooperation mechanisms across sectors.
- Emphasis was placed on expanding collaborations and exploring new areas of engagement.
India–Qatar Trade Profile
- India’s bilateral trade with Qatar stood at $14.08 billion in 2023–24 (MEA).
- Qatar remains a critical energy supplier, especially in LNG, forming a core pillar of the relationship.
- Trade patterns reflect India’s role as a major export destination and source of imports for Qatar.