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ndia’s relationship with the Gulf has traditionally focused on energy imports, trade, investment, remittances and the Indian diaspora. But changing geopolitical and security dynamics in West Asia are pushing New Delhi to rethink this approach. In this video, we explain why India may need to move beyond economic engagement and strengthen security partnerships with Gulf countries. The evolving regional security architecture, changing role of the United States, and emerging strategic alignments involving countries such as Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan make the Gulf increasingly important for India’s national security. Key points covered: • India–Gulf strategic relations * From economic ties to security partnerships * India’s energy and maritime security * Changing geopolitics of West Asia * India’s strategic interests in the Gulf * Role of Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan * Implications for India’s foreign policy * UPSC International Relations perspective This topic is important for UPSC CSE, especially GS Paper 2, International Relations, Foreign Policy, and Current Affairs. #IndiaGulfRelations #IndiaForeignPolicy #WestAsia #UPSC #InternationalRelations #StrategicPartnership #GulfSecurity #IndiaSaudiArabia #Geopolitics #UPSC2026