Online published on 31 July, 2025.
India’s pursuit of economic connectivity through the Middle East region has garnered significant attention in recent years. This article offers a strategic analysis of India’s efforts to establish an economic corridor spanning the Middle East, examining the geopolitical, economic, and diplomatic dimensions involved. By leveraging its historical ties and strategic partnerships with countries in the region, India aims to create a seamless network of trade, investment, and infrastructure development. Announced at the 2023 G20 New Delhi Summit, the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) opened new prospects for the area. Less than a month later, war erupted on the Middle East’s Mediterranean shores, destroying the status quo exactly where a maritime connection to Europe was planned. Whereas the peace table is quasi deserted at the time of writing, IMEC provides a rare multilateral basis for dialogue. Its parties know that their shared interests – resilient and efficient supply chains – will only be within reach when political and armed violence is overcome.
