India has launched an intensified diplomatic push across key Middle Eastern energy-producing nations as it seeks to stabilise and restore crude oil imports disrupted by prolonged geopolitical tensions in West Asia, according to official and media reports. The initiative comes amid widespread disruptions to global oil and gas supply chains following a recent conflict in the region, which had strained shipping routes and production flows. India, which imports nearly 85–90% of its crude oil requirement and depends heavily on Middle Eastern suppliers, has been particularly exposed to volatility in energy markets.

As part of the renewed engagement strategy, New Delhi has activated high-level diplomatic outreach with major suppliers including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar recently held discussions in Abu Dhabi with UAE leadership, reinforcing India’s focus on ensuring uninterrupted energy supplies and strengthening long-term strategic cooperation.

The UAE remains one of India’s most critical energy partners, with bilateral trade reaching around $100 billion in 2024–25. India also sources significant volumes of crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Qatar and Saudi Arabia, making sustained diplomatic coordination essential for energy security. Officials have also emphasised the importance of maintaining stable maritime routes, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital corridor for global oil shipments.

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In parallel, Indian officials have been working to diversify supply routes and reduce overdependence on any single geography. This includes increasing engagement with non-traditional suppliers and strengthening alternate import channels, while ensuring that domestic refiners maintain adequate reserves to buffer short-term disruptions in global supply chains.

The renewed diplomatic push reflects India’s broader energy security strategy, which balances immediate supply stabilization with long-term diversification. With global energy markets remaining sensitive to geopolitical shocks, New Delhi’s approach underscores a continued focus on strategic autonomy and resilient supply chains to safeguard its growing economic and industrial energy demand.

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