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| envoy1 = [[Mohammed bin Khater Al Khater]] |
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| envoytitle2 = Indian Ambassador to [[Qatar]] |
| envoytitle2 = Indian Ambassador to [[Qatar]] |
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| envoy2 = [[Vipul (diplomat)|Vipul]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://indianembassyqatar.gov.in/eoidhpages?|title=Ambassador of India|publisher=Embassy of India, Doha|accessdate=23 August 2023|archive-date=23 August 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230823125918/https://indianembassyqatar.gov.in/eoidhpages?|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.gulf-times.com/article/666678/qatar/amir-receives-credentials-of-five-new-ambassadors|title=Amir receives credentials of five new ambassadors|publisher=[[Gulf Times]]|accessdate=23 August 2023|archive-date=23 August 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230823024501/https://www.gulf-times.com/article/666678/qatar/amir-receives-credentials-of-five-new-ambassadors|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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| envoy2 = Dr. Deepak Mittal |
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[[File:PM Modi with the Emir of Qatar (27051880474).jpg|thumb|260px|Prime Minister [[Narendra Modi]] with Emir [[Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani]] in Doha, June 2016.]] |
[[File:PM Modi with the Emir of Qatar (27051880474).jpg|thumb|260px|Prime Minister [[Narendra Modi]] with Emir [[Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani]] in Doha, June 2016.]] |
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'''India–Qatar relations''' refers to the bilateral ties between [[India]] and [[Qatar]]. India maintains an [[Embassy of India, Doha|embassy in Doha]],<ref>{{cite web|title=Embassy of India in Doha, Qatar|url=http://www.embassypages.com/missions/embassy4830/|website=EmbassyPages.com|access-date=2 January 2016}}</ref> while Qatar maintains an embassy in [[New Delhi]] and a consulate in [[Mumbai]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Embassy of Qatar in New Delhi, India|url=http://www.embassypages.com/missions/embassy9301/|website=EmbassyPages.com|access-date=2 January 2016}}</ref> |
'''India–Qatar relations''' refers to the bilateral ties between [[India]] and [[Qatar]]. India maintains an [[Embassy of India, Doha|embassy in Doha]],<ref>{{cite web|title=Embassy of India in Doha, Qatar|url=http://www.embassypages.com/missions/embassy4830/|website=EmbassyPages.com|access-date=2 January 2016|archive-date=4 March 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304060812/http://www.embassypages.com/missions/embassy4830/|url-status=live}}</ref> while Qatar maintains an embassy in [[New Delhi]] and a consulate in [[Mumbai]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Embassy of Qatar in New Delhi, India|url=http://www.embassypages.com/missions/embassy9301/|website=EmbassyPages.com|access-date=2 January 2016|archive-date=4 March 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304051649/http://www.embassypages.com/missions/embassy9301/|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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==History== |
==History== |
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Diplomatic relations between India and Qatar were established in 1973.<ref name="embassydoha">{{cite web|url=http://indianembassyqatar.gov.in/pages/bilateralrelations.php|title=India Qatar Bilateral Relations|publisher=Embassy of India in Doha, Qatar|access-date=2 January 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160103090245/http://indianembassyqatar.gov.in/pages/bilateralrelations.php|archive-date=3 January 2016|url-status=dead}}</ref> |
Diplomatic relations between India and Qatar were established in 1973.<ref name="embassydoha">{{cite web|url=http://indianembassyqatar.gov.in/pages/bilateralrelations.php|title=India Qatar Bilateral Relations|publisher=Embassy of India in Doha, Qatar|access-date=2 January 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160103090245/http://indianembassyqatar.gov.in/pages/bilateralrelations.php|archive-date=3 January 2016|url-status=dead}}</ref> |
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During a visit made by Emir [[Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani|Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani]] in March 2015, five MoUs entailing co-operation in several fields were signed. Additionally, an agreement on prisoner repatriation was made. According to this agreement, citizens of India or Qatar who are convicted and sentenced for a crime can be extradited to their native country to spend the remaining years of their prison sentence.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://zeenews.india.com/news/india/india-qatar-ink-six-agreements-during-emirs-visit_1567425.html|title=India, Qatar ink six agreements during Emir's visit|publisher=Zee News|date=25 March 2015|access-date=2 January 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/india/india-welcomes-qatar-emir-inks-six-agreements/story-yCQNoefyCNcsfO0OKrJAUI.html|title=India welcomes Qatar Emir, inks six agreements|publisher=Hindustan Times|date=26 March 2015|access-date=2 January 2016}}</ref> |
During a visit made by Emir [[Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani|Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani]] in March 2015, five MoUs entailing co-operation in several fields were signed. Additionally, an agreement on prisoner repatriation was made. According to this agreement, citizens of India or Qatar who are convicted and sentenced for a crime can be extradited to their native country to spend the remaining years of their prison sentence.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://zeenews.india.com/news/india/india-qatar-ink-six-agreements-during-emirs-visit_1567425.html|title=India, Qatar ink six agreements during Emir's visit|publisher=Zee News|date=25 March 2015|access-date=2 January 2016|archive-date=15 October 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151015123900/http://zeenews.india.com/news/india/india-qatar-ink-six-agreements-during-emirs-visit_1567425.html|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/india/india-welcomes-qatar-emir-inks-six-agreements/story-yCQNoefyCNcsfO0OKrJAUI.html|title=India welcomes Qatar Emir, inks six agreements|publisher=Hindustan Times|date=26 March 2015|access-date=2 January 2016|archive-date=4 March 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304102626/http://www.hindustantimes.com/india/india-welcomes-qatar-emir-inks-six-agreements/story-yCQNoefyCNcsfO0OKrJAUI.html|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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==Diplomatic visits== |
==Diplomatic visits== |
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Emir of Qatar [[Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani|Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani]] made diplomatic visits to India in April 1999, May 2005 and April 2012.<ref name="embassydoha"/> |
Emir of Qatar [[Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani|Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani]] made diplomatic visits to India in April 1999, May 2005 and April 2012.<ref name="embassydoha"/> |
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On 4 June 2016 Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Doha on a two-day visit which was focused on giving a new push to the economic ties, particularly in the hydrocarbon sector. During the visit he shared a meal with Indian workers living in Qatar and also addressed the NRIs at a gala event.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/pm-modi-meets-business-leaders-in-qatar-1415643|title='India Is A Land Of Opportunity', PM Modi Tells Business Leaders In Qatar|website=NDTV.com|access-date=2016-06-06}}</ref><ref name="toi2">{{Cite |
On 4 June 2016 Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Doha on a two-day visit which was focused on giving a new push to the economic ties, particularly in the hydrocarbon sector. During the visit he shared a meal with Indian workers living in Qatar and also addressed the NRIs at a gala event.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.ndtv.com/india-news/pm-modi-meets-business-leaders-in-qatar-1415643|title='India Is A Land Of Opportunity', PM Modi Tells Business Leaders In Qatar|website=NDTV.com|access-date=2016-06-06|archive-date=2019-10-12|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191012175727/https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/pm-modi-meets-business-leaders-in-qatar-1415643|url-status=live}}</ref><ref name="toi2">{{Cite news|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Prime-Minister-Modi-to-visit-Qatar-in-June/articleshow/52361534.cms|title=Prime Minister Modi to visit Qatar in June|access-date=2016-05-20|work=The Times of India|date=20 May 2016|archive-date=2017-05-20|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170520131033/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Prime-Minister-Modi-to-visit-Qatar-in-June/articleshow/52361534.cms|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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==Military relations== |
==Military relations== |
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During the first-ever diplomatic visit to Qatar made by Prime Minister [[Manmohan Singh]] of India in November 2008, a maritime defence agreement was approved between the two countries. The agreement was described by Indian government officials as a 'landmark' that would permit mutual maritime defence training and facilitate mutual visits. Indian officials have described the agreement as “just short of stationing troops”.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://idsa.in/idsastrategiccomments/IndianPMsVisittoOmanandQatar_ZHussain_021208|title=Indian PM's Visit to Oman and Qatar {{!}} Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses|website=idsa.in|language=en|access-date=2018-04-02}}</ref> An agreement pertaining to law enforcement and national security was also signed during the meeting. This agreement was made with the intent of exchanging classified information in order to assist in suppressing threats raised by extremist elements.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/india-signs-defence-pact-with-qatar/article1373759.ece|title=India signs defence pact|author=Sandeep Dikshit|newspaper=The Hindu|date=11 November 2008|access-date=2 January 2015}}</ref> As part of these agreements, the inaugural India-Qatar Joint Committee on Defence Cooperation meeting was hosted in the Qatari capital [[Doha]] in 2008. This was followed by a second meeting in [[New Delhi]] in 2011 and a third meeting in Doha in 2013.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.futuredirections.org.au/publications/indian-ocean/29-indian-ocean-swa/1356-qatar-and-india-continue-to-strengthen-military-ties.html|title=Qatar and India Continue To Strengthen Military Ties|publisher=Future Directions International|date=2 October 2013|access-date=2 January 2016}}</ref> |
During the first-ever diplomatic visit to Qatar made by Prime Minister [[Manmohan Singh]] of India in November 2008, a maritime defence agreement was approved between the two countries. The agreement was described by Indian government officials as a 'landmark' that would permit mutual maritime defence training and facilitate mutual visits. Indian officials have described the agreement as “just short of stationing troops”.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://idsa.in/idsastrategiccomments/IndianPMsVisittoOmanandQatar_ZHussain_021208|title=Indian PM's Visit to Oman and Qatar {{!}} Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses|website=idsa.in|language=en|access-date=2018-04-02|archive-date=2018-04-02|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180402225450/https://idsa.in/idsastrategiccomments/IndianPMsVisittoOmanandQatar_ZHussain_021208|url-status=live}}</ref> An agreement pertaining to law enforcement and national security was also signed during the meeting. This agreement was made with the intent of exchanging classified information in order to assist in suppressing threats raised by extremist elements.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/india-signs-defence-pact-with-qatar/article1373759.ece|title=India signs defence pact|author=Sandeep Dikshit|newspaper=The Hindu|date=11 November 2008|access-date=2 January 2015|archive-date=28 October 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231028042137/https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/India-signs-defence-pact-with-Qatar/article15339559.ece|url-status=live}}</ref> As part of these agreements, the inaugural India-Qatar Joint Committee on Defence Cooperation meeting was hosted in the Qatari capital [[Doha]] in 2008. This was followed by a second meeting in [[New Delhi]] in 2011 and a third meeting in Doha in 2013.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.futuredirections.org.au/publications/indian-ocean/29-indian-ocean-swa/1356-qatar-and-india-continue-to-strengthen-military-ties.html|title=Qatar and India Continue To Strengthen Military Ties|publisher=Future Directions International|date=2 October 2013|access-date=2 January 2016|archive-date=24 September 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924020224/http://www.futuredirections.org.au/publications/indian-ocean/29-indian-ocean-swa/1356-qatar-and-india-continue-to-strengthen-military-ties.html|url-status=dead}}</ref> |
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=== ''Za’ir-Al-Bahr'' === |
=== ''Za’ir-Al-Bahr'' === |
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Za’ir-Al-Bahr (Roar of the Sea) is a joint exercise between the Qatari Emiri Navy and the Indian Navy. Its inaugural edition was conducted during 17–21 November 2019 at Doha. This inaugural edition of the Bilateral Maritime Exercise between the two navies would further strengthen the robust defence co-operation between the two countries, especially in the fight against terrorism, maritime piracy and maritime security.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://www.indiastrategic.in/2019/11/20/joint-exercise-between-the-qatari-emiri-navy-and-the-indian-navy-forces-the-roar-of-the-sea/|title=Joint Exercise Between the Qatari Emiri Navy and the Indian Navy Forces (The Roar of the Sea)|website=India Strategic}}</ref> |
Za’ir-Al-Bahr (Roar of the Sea) is a joint exercise between the Qatari Emiri Navy and the Indian Navy. Its inaugural edition was conducted during 17–21 November 2019 at Doha. This inaugural edition of the Bilateral Maritime Exercise between the two navies would further strengthen the robust defence co-operation between the two countries, especially in the fight against terrorism, maritime piracy and maritime security.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://www.indiastrategic.in/2019/11/20/joint-exercise-between-the-qatari-emiri-navy-and-the-indian-navy-forces-the-roar-of-the-sea/|title=Joint Exercise Between the Qatari Emiri Navy and the Indian Navy Forces (The Roar of the Sea)|website=India Strategic}}{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> |
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==Economic relations== |
==Economic relations== |
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In 2008, Qatar agreed to invest US$5 billion in India's energy sector.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.hindu.com/2008/11/12/stories/2008111261371200.htm |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081218070835/http://www.hindu.com/2008/11/12/stories/2008111261371200.htm |url-status=dead |archive-date=18 December 2008 |title=Qatar to invest $5 billion in India |author=Sandeep Dikshit|date=12 November 2008 |work=[[The Hindu]] |access-date=2 January 2016}}</ref> A deep-sea gas pipeline from Qatar to India through Oman has also been proposed.<ref>{{cite web|last=Bhardwaj |first=Priyanka |url=http://www.energytribune.com/articles.cfm?aid=2245 |title=A Qatar-to-India Pipeline? |publisher=Energy Tribune |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120226125132/http://www.energytribune.com/articles.cfm?aid=2245|archive-date=26 February 2012}}</ref> |
In 2008, Qatar agreed to invest US$5 billion in India's energy sector.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.hindu.com/2008/11/12/stories/2008111261371200.htm |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081218070835/http://www.hindu.com/2008/11/12/stories/2008111261371200.htm |url-status=dead |archive-date=18 December 2008 |title=Qatar to invest $5 billion in India |author=Sandeep Dikshit|date=12 November 2008 |work=[[The Hindu]] |access-date=2 January 2016}}</ref> A deep-sea gas pipeline from Qatar to India through Oman has also been proposed.<ref>{{cite web|last=Bhardwaj |first=Priyanka |url=http://www.energytribune.com/articles.cfm?aid=2245 |title=A Qatar-to-India Pipeline? |publisher=Energy Tribune |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120226125132/http://www.energytribune.com/articles.cfm?aid=2245|archive-date=26 February 2012}}</ref> |
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In January 2016, Qatar agreed to decrease the selling price of gas to India from $12–13 per unit to $6–7 per unit. This deal came as a result of the global reduction in gas prices and the surplus in gas supply worldwide. In addition to reducing the price, Qatar also agreed to exempt India of the {{INRConvert|12000|c}} fee that was owed due to India's non-compliance in importing gas shipments which were previously agreed on in 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Qatar-halves-gas-price-waives-Indias-Rs-12000cr-liability/articleshow/50401540.cms|title=Qatar halves gas price, waives India's Rs 12,000cr liability|publisher=Times of India|date=1 January 2016|access-date=2 January 2016}}</ref> |
In January 2016, Qatar agreed to decrease the selling price of gas to India from $12–13 per unit to $6–7 per unit. This deal came as a result of the global reduction in gas prices and the surplus in gas supply worldwide. In addition to reducing the price, Qatar also agreed to exempt India of the {{INRConvert|12000|c}} fee that was owed due to India's non-compliance in importing gas shipments which were previously agreed on in 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Qatar-halves-gas-price-waives-Indias-Rs-12000cr-liability/articleshow/50401540.cms|title=Qatar halves gas price, waives India's Rs 12,000cr liability|publisher=Times of India|date=1 January 2016|access-date=2 January 2016|archive-date=2 January 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160102020613/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Qatar-halves-gas-price-waives-Indias-Rs-12000cr-liability/articleshow/50401540.cms|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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===Bilateral trade=== |
===Bilateral trade=== |
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India amounted to $1.2 billion, or 3.8% of its overall exports in 2014. At a value of $215.3 million, [[cereal]]s were India's top exported commodity to Qatar. Machinery came second at $108.6 million. The export value for electronic equipment was $93.2 million, making it the third most significant Indian export to Qatar.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldsrichestcountries.com/top_qatar_imports.html|title=Top Qatar Imports 2014|website=worldsrichestcountries.com|access-date=2 January 2016}}</ref> |
India amounted to $1.2 billion, or 3.8% of its overall exports in 2014. At a value of $215.3 million, [[cereal]]s were India's top exported commodity to Qatar. Machinery came second at $108.6 million. The export value for electronic equipment was $93.2 million, making it the third most significant Indian export to Qatar.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldsrichestcountries.com/top_qatar_imports.html|title=Top Qatar Imports 2014|website=worldsrichestcountries.com|access-date=2 January 2016|archive-date=11 January 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160111071328/http://www.worldsrichestcountries.com/top_qatar_imports.html|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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Qatari exports to India totaled $16.8 billion, or 12.7% of its overall exports in 2014. The highest valued export commodity is [[oil]], of which $14.9 billion worth has been exported from Qatar to India. Vying for second place is [[plastic]]s; a recorded $700.8 million worth has been exported to India. The third highest valued Qatari export to India is [[Organic compound|organic chemical]]s, accounting for a total of $554 million.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldsrichestcountries.com/top_qatar_exports.html|title=Top Qatar Exports 2014|website=worldsrichestcountries.com|access-date=2 January 2016}}</ref> |
Qatari exports to India totaled $16.8 billion, or 12.7% of its overall exports in 2014. The highest valued export commodity is [[oil]], of which $14.9 billion worth has been exported from Qatar to India. Vying for second place is [[plastic]]s; a recorded $700.8 million worth has been exported to India. The third highest valued Qatari export to India is [[Organic compound|organic chemical]]s, accounting for a total of $554 million.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldsrichestcountries.com/top_qatar_exports.html|title=Top Qatar Exports 2014|website=worldsrichestcountries.com|access-date=2 January 2016|archive-date=13 April 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160413004130/http://www.worldsrichestcountries.com/top_qatar_exports.html|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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During his June 2016 visit to Qatar, PM Narendra Modi urged Qatari business leaders to invest in India and take advantage of India's investment-friendly policies. He assuaged the concerns of Qatari businessmen and assured them that economic bottlenecks will be resolved in the months ahead.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/grab-investment-opportunities-in-india-pm-narendra-modi-to-qatari-firms/articleshow/52600970.cms|title=Grab investment opportunities in India: PM Narendra Modi to Qatari firms - The Economic Times|newspaper=The Economic Times|date=5 June 2016|access-date=2016-06-06}}</ref> |
During his June 2016 visit to Qatar, PM Narendra Modi urged Qatari business leaders to invest in India and take advantage of India's investment-friendly policies. He assuaged the concerns of Qatari businessmen and assured them that economic bottlenecks will be resolved in the months ahead.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/grab-investment-opportunities-in-india-pm-narendra-modi-to-qatari-firms/articleshow/52600970.cms|title=Grab investment opportunities in India: PM Narendra Modi to Qatari firms - The Economic Times|newspaper=The Economic Times|date=5 June 2016|access-date=2016-06-06|archive-date=2016-06-05|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160605101653/http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/grab-investment-opportunities-in-india-pm-narendra-modi-to-qatari-firms/articleshow/52600970.cms|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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==Indian diaspora== |
==Indian diaspora== |
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{{main|Indians in Qatar}} |
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Indian expats are the largest in numbers and make up around 25% of the Qatar population and approx population of Indians in Qatar as of 2023 is around 7.5 Lakh.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2022-11-21 |title=Vice President of India says 7.80 lakh strong Indian community in Qatar is a living bridge |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/vice-president-jagdeep-dhankhar-interacts-with-indian-community-in-doha/articleshow/95659045.cms |access-date=2023-08-21 |issn=0971-8257 |archive-date=2023-08-21 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230821200120/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/vice-president-jagdeep-dhankhar-interacts-with-indian-community-in-doha/articleshow/95659045.cms |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=admin |date=2021-10-13 |title=Indian population in Qatar 2023 |url=https://www.findeasy.in/indian-population-in-qatar/ |access-date=2023-08-21 |website=Find Easy |language=en-US |archive-date=2023-08-21 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230821200123/https://www.findeasy.in/indian-population-in-qatar/ |url-status=live }}</ref> |
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The Indian population in Qatar currently stands at around 700,000.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://priyadsouza.com/population-of-qatar-by-nationality-in-2017/ |title=Population of Qatar by nationality - 2019 report |publisher=Priya Dsouza Communications |author=Jure Snoj |date=15 August 2019 |access-date=17 September 2019}}</ref> |
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==Conflict== |
==Conflict== |
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Qatar summoned Indian |
*Qatar summoned Indian ambassador to protest controversial remarks of [[Bharatiya Janata Party]] spokesperson [[Nupur Sharma]] and NaveenKr Jindal on [[Muhammad]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/qatar-summons-indian-envoy-to-protest-controversial-remarks-against-prophet-101654438844878.html|title=Qatar summons Indian envoy to protest controversial remarks against Prophet|newspaper=The [[Hindustan Times]]|date=5 June 2022|access-date=8 June 2022|archive-date=7 June 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220607200740/https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/qatar-summons-indian-envoy-to-protest-controversial-remarks-against-prophet-101654438844878.html|url-status=live}}</ref> Then BJP suspended Nupur Sharma and expelled Naveen Jindal.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/india/bjp-suspends-nupur-sharma-naveen-jindal-7953884/|title=After 'respect all religions' statement, BJP wields axe, expels two key spokespersons|newspaper=The [[Indian Express]]|date=6 June 2022|access-date=8 June 2022|archive-date=7 June 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220607030608/https://indianexpress.com/article/india/bjp-suspends-nupur-sharma-naveen-jindal-7953884/|url-status=live}}</ref> Qatar demanded a [[public apology]] from India over the remarks.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://zeenews.india.com/india/qatar-summons-indian-envoy-over-nupur-sharmas-controversial-remark-on-prophet-mohammad-2470813.html|title=We expect public apology from India: Qatar to Centre over Nupur Sharma's religious remark|newspaper=The [[Zee News]]|date=5 June 2022|access-date=8 June 2022|archive-date=8 June 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220608054315/https://zeenews.india.com/india/qatar-summons-indian-envoy-over-nupur-sharmas-controversial-remark-on-prophet-mohammad-2470813.html|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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*[[Indian Navy officers espionage in Qatar]] - In August 2022, eight former [[Indian Navy|Indian naval]] personnel working for a company called Dahra Global Technologies and Consultancy Services, were arrested in Qatar on suspicion of [[spying]] for Israel on Qatar’s military submarine program.<ref>{{cite news |title=8 ex-India navy officers accused of spying on Qatar for Israel |url=https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20230420-8-ex-india-navy-officers-accused-of-spying-on-qatar-for-israel/ |work=Middle East Monitor |date=20 April 2023 |access-date=28 October 2023 |archive-date=27 October 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231027155504/https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20230420-8-ex-india-navy-officers-accused-of-spying-on-qatar-for-israel/ |url-status=live }}</ref> In October 2023, the eight former officers were given the [[death sentence]], following which India's Ministry of External Affairs expressed shock.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-10-26 |title=Qatar court sentences 8 ex-Indian Navy officers to death, MEA says exploring legal options |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/india/8-ex-indian-navy-officers-get-death-penalty-in-qatar-9000475/ |access-date=2023-10-26 |website=The Indian Express |language=en |archive-date=2023-10-26 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231026140713/https://indianexpress.com/article/india/8-ex-indian-navy-officers-get-death-penalty-in-qatar-9000475/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Qatar’s government declined to comment on the sentences.<ref>{{cite news |last= |first= |date=October 26, 2023 |title=Indian Employee's Death Sentence in Qatar for Alleged Spying on Submarine |url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2023/10/26/indian-employees-death-sentence-qatar-spying-submarine/406f796c-73f7-11ee-936d-7a16ee667359_story.html |newspaper=The Washington Post |access-date=October 27, 2023 |quote= |archive-date=October 28, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231028042122/https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2023/10/26/indian-employees-death-sentence-qatar-spying-submarine/406f796c-73f7-11ee-936d-7a16ee667359_story.html |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last1=Bachner |first1=Michael |title=Qatar sentences 8 Indians to death, reportedly on charges of spying for Israel |url=https://www.timesofisrael.com/qatar-sentences-8-indians-to-death-reportedly-on-charges-of-spying-for-israel/ |website=The Times of Israel |access-date=26 October 2023 |date=26 October 2023 |archive-date=26 October 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231026163632/https://www.timesofisrael.com/qatar-sentences-8-indians-to-death-reportedly-on-charges-of-spying-for-israel |url-status=live }}</ref> According to [[Hindustan Times]], an Indian journalist and their spouse were ordered by Qatari authorities to leave the country for reporting on the case.<ref>{{cite web |title=8 ex-Indian Navy personnel sentenced to death in Qatar; New Delhi says deeply shocked |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/8-ex-navy-personnel-sentenced-to-death-by-qatar-court-india-says-deeply-shocked-101698319804115-amp.html |website=Hindustan Times |access-date=26 October 2023 |language=en |date=26 October 2023 |archive-date=26 October 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231026194805/https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/8-ex-navy-personnel-sentenced-to-death-by-qatar-court-india-says-deeply-shocked-101698319804115-amp.html |url-status=live }}</ref> After the death sentences were dropped in December 2023, the prisoners were released on 12 February 2024. Seven of the eight men returned to India.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Qatar releases former Indian navy officers after dropping death sentences |url=https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/2/12/qatar-releases-eight-ex-indian-navy-officers-after-commuting-death-sentence |access-date=2024-02-12 |website=Al Jazeera |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=12 February 2024 |title=Qatar frees eight Indians months after dropping death sentences |url=https://www.reuters.com/world/india/qatar-frees-eight-indians-arrested-2022-india-government-2024-02-12/ |access-date=12 February 2024 |website=Reuters}}</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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| Embassy of Qatar, New Delhi, India | Embassy of India, Doha, Qatar |
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| Qatari Ambassador to India Mohammed bin Khater Al Khater | Indian Ambassador to Qatar Vipul[1][2] |
India–Qatar relations refers to the bilateral ties between India and Qatar. India maintains an embassy in Doha,[3] while Qatar maintains an embassy in New Delhi and a consulate in Mumbai.[4]
Diplomatic relations between India and Qatar were established in 1973.[5]
During a visit made by Emir Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani in March 2015, five MoUs entailing co-operation in several fields were signed. Additionally, an agreement on prisoner repatriation was made. According to this agreement, citizens of India or Qatar who are convicted and sentenced for a crime can be extradited to their native country to spend the remaining years of their prison sentence.[6][7]
Emir of Qatar Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani made diplomatic visits to India in April 1999, May 2005 and April 2012.[5]
On 4 June 2016 Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Doha on a two-day visit which was focused on giving a new push to the economic ties, particularly in the hydrocarbon sector. During the visit he shared a meal with Indian workers living in Qatar and also addressed the NRIs at a gala event.[8][9]
During the first-ever diplomatic visit to Qatar made by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh of India in November 2008, a maritime defence agreement was approved between the two countries. The agreement was described by Indian government officials as a 'landmark' that would permit mutual maritime defence training and facilitate mutual visits. Indian officials have described the agreement as “just short of stationing troops”.[10] An agreement pertaining to law enforcement and national security was also signed during the meeting. This agreement was made with the intent of exchanging classified information in order to assist in suppressing threats raised by extremist elements.[11] As part of these agreements, the inaugural India-Qatar Joint Committee on Defence Cooperation meeting was hosted in the Qatari capital Doha in 2008. This was followed by a second meeting in New Delhi in 2011 and a third meeting in Doha in 2013.[12]
Za’ir-Al-Bahr (Roar of the Sea) is a joint exercise between the Qatari Emiri Navy and the Indian Navy. Its inaugural edition was conducted during 17–21 November 2019 at Doha. This inaugural edition of the Bilateral Maritime Exercise between the two navies would further strengthen the robust defence co-operation between the two countries, especially in the fight against terrorism, maritime piracy and maritime security.[13]
In 2008, Qatar agreed to invest US$5 billion in India's energy sector.[14] A deep-sea gas pipeline from Qatar to India through Oman has also been proposed.[15]
In January 2016, Qatar agreed to decrease the selling price of gas to India from $12–13 per unit to $6–7 per unit. This deal came as a result of the global reduction in gas prices and the surplus in gas supply worldwide. In addition to reducing the price, Qatar also agreed to exempt India of the ₹12,000 crore (US$1.4 billion) fee that was owed due to India's non-compliance in importing gas shipments which were previously agreed on in 2015.[16]
India amounted to $1.2 billion, or 3.8% of its overall exports in 2014. At a value of $215.3 million, cereals were India's top exported commodity to Qatar. Machinery came second at $108.6 million. The export value for electronic equipment was $93.2 million, making it the third most significant Indian export to Qatar.[17]
Qatari exports to India totaled $16.8 billion, or 12.7% of its overall exports in 2014. The highest valued export commodity is oil, of which $14.9 billion worth has been exported from Qatar to India. Vying for second place is plastics; a recorded $700.8 million worth has been exported to India. The third highest valued Qatari export to India is organic chemicals, accounting for a total of $554 million.[18]
During his June 2016 visit to Qatar, PM Narendra Modi urged Qatari business leaders to invest in India and take advantage of India's investment-friendly policies. He assuaged the concerns of Qatari businessmen and assured them that economic bottlenecks will be resolved in the months ahead.[19]
Indian expats are the largest in numbers and make up around 25% of the Qatar population and approx population of Indians in Qatar as of 2023 is around 7.5 Lakh.[20][21]
