PM Modi’s UAE stopover may bolster India’s energy security amid fuel fears: Explained

After urging Indians to save fuel, avoid unnecessary gold purchases and cut foreign travel amid the escalating West Asia crisis, Narendra Modi is now set to begin a crucial five-nation diplomatic tour with the UAE as the first stop. In this explainer, we break down why Modi’s UAE visit carries major geopolitical and economic significance — from LNG deals and defence cooperation to trade ties, diaspora security and India’s long-term energy strategy.