India’s National Role Conception and Relations with GCC Countries under Modi: A Focus on Saudi Arabia

Abstract

India’s conception of its peaceful role in international affairs, which evolved during the Nehruvian era, is not an end in itself, but rather a wholesome strategic choice consistent with its economic development and great power ambitions. Despite emphasising a radical shift in foreign policy, the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi deemed it essential to prioritise peace in international relations, particularly with the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. The Abraham Accords, involving the UAE and Bahrain, have created a new geopolitical environment that affirms India’s conception of security through peace and permits engagement in key areas while ensuring economic gains.

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National role conception peaceful role Asia-centrism peace and security GCC states energy trade Indo-Saudi relations security provider Abraham Accords

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