India-Qatar:
India and Qatar elevated their bilateral relations to a strategic partnership in February focusing on trade, energy, and investments.
- Both nations set a target to double bilateral trade to $30 billion by 2030 and agreed on major economic collaborations.
India-Qatar Summit 2025:
- Energy Cooperation: Qatar Energy and Petronet LNG signed a 20-year deal for LNG supply starting in 2028.
Investment Boost: Qatar Investment Authority pledged $10 billion in Indian infrastructure, startups, and green energy.
Digital & Financial Integration: UPI rollout in Qatar and a revised Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement signed. - Strategic Partnership Agreement: Strengthens ties in trade, investment, security, and innovation.
- Trade Expansion: Commitment to double bilateral trade from $14 billion to $30 billion by 2030