TRACING INDIA - UAE BILATERAL RELATIONS

Waking up to a picturesque view of the Burj Khalifa, sprawling gardens, and a waterfront lined with yachts and speedboats in the Dubai Marina, the city of Dubai shines with glamour and luxury, a sketch similar to one seen in the Indian city of Mumbai as well. The chaotic streets would be filled with the sounds of honking horns, street vendors selling chai and breakfast, and people going about their daily routines. You would see the iconic Gateway of India, the grand Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and the sprawling Arabian Sea stretching out into the horizon. Despite their differences, both cities share a common trait of being bustling metropolises that offer a unique blend of modernity and tradition, making them two of the most exciting and vibrant cities in the world with strong trade connections. Extending this vivid sketch, this paper attempts to trace the bilateral relations between India and the United Arab Emirates, pointing out key parameters in their relations and the possible future ahead.