Ten amazing facts about the relationship between India and the gulf countries

By Babita Soni

India is the Gulf's second-largest trading partner.

India has a substantial expatriate population in the Gulf, contributing significantly to the economies of India and the Gulf countries.

India imports significant crude oil and natural gas from the Gulf countries.

The Gulf countries are an essential source of investment for India, particularly in the infrastructure sector.

Dubai is one of the most preferred destinations for Indian tourists.

Indian movies and music are popular in the Gulf, and many Gulf countries have Indian channels on their cable network.

India and the Gulf countries cooperate closely on security and counter-terrorism.

The UAE is India's third-largest trading partner, and the two countries have set a target of achieving $100 billion in trade by 2025.

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and India have been holding regular talks to deepen their strategic partnership.

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