Jaishankar Voices Gulf Concerns During Talks with UAE Deputy PM
· World · Hindustan Times, Telegraph India
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar raised India's deep concern over the volatile situation in the Gulf during talks with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Mumbai. Jaishankar emphasised India's support for the free, safe, and unimpeded flow of trade, energy, and fertiliser, while reiterating backing for dialogue and diplomacy. He also thanked the UAE leadership for ensuring the well-being of the resident Indian community. Regional security in West Asia has remained fragile amid ongoing tensions involving the US and Iran. Meanwhile, Saudi forces reported intercepting a Houthi ballistic missile aimed at Riyadh.
Why it matters
The security of the Gulf directly impacts India's energy imports, diaspora welfare, and maritime trade routes in West Asia.
Read the original report — Hindustan Times
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