National Security Advisor Ajit Doval visited the United Arab Emirates over the weekend to address critical issues of energy security and regional stability amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. His discussions with senior Emirati officials, including Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, focused on strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and the UAE. The backdrop of Doval's visit includes challenges posed by the Hormuz Strait crisis, which has affected energy supplies, particularly LNG supplies from the Gulf to India and Asia. This visit follows Doval's recent trip to Saudi Arabia, where he engaged with key leaders on a range of issues, further solidifying India’s strategic ties in the region. Doval has played a pivotal role in enhancing India's relationships with Gulf nations, which are crucial for security and energy cooperation.