India, March 3 -- The recent visit of Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, to India marks a momentous chapter in bilateral relations between the two countries. The visit underlined their deepening strategic partnership, propelled by shared economic interests, converging geopolitical perspectives, and a mutual desire for regional stability.

While historically anchored in energy cooperation, the India-Qatar relationship has evolved beyond a transactional energy dependency into a multifaceted strategic partnership encompassing security and defence cooperation, trade, investments, energy, technology, and vital sectors like health care, education, and workforce. Qatar has joined the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Oma...