Rupee-Dirham Trade Deal to Boost Business Ties Between UAE and India

Abdulnasser Jamal Alshaali, the UAE ambassador to India, informed that technical discussions between the UAE and India are underway to establish a trade arrangement with a finalized rupee-dirham exchange rate.

According to him, the technical discussion is still in progress, but they have already agreed to conduct a specific amount of trade between the UAE and India without relying on a third currency. He further added that both sides are collaborating on a remittance facility to make the transaction process more straightforward and convenient.

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Dubai, UAE is already a popular destination for Indian businesses looking to expand their operations overseas. With a business-friendly environment, world-class infrastructure, and a strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, Dubai has become a hub for international trade and commerce. Dubai has become a popular option for Indian entrepreneurs and businesses looking to tap into the Middle Eastern market.

According to the ambassador, the UAE considers India a dependable partner in terms of its food security.

Alshaali highlighted the significance of food security for the UAE, stating that the country doesn’t produce much food and relies heavily on imports. Therefore, having a dependable partner like India is critical for the UAE’s food security.