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Climate & energy.
India's climate diplomacy, energy transition partnerships, and clean technology cooperation. Covers solar, hydrogen, critical minerals, and India's role in global climate finance negotiations.
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United States
NORTH AMERICA
Climate and clean energy pillar of iCET; US-India clean energy partnership
The US-India Climate and Clean Energy Agenda 2030 Partnership launched at COP26 covers 500GW renewables, green hydrogen, clean transport, and climate finance. Under iCET, joint work on advanced nuclear, grid-scale storage, and clean fuels is active. US is India's top partner on clean energy R&D — DOE-DST joint research, US Export-Import Bank financing for solar projects. India benefits from IRA-era US investment in clean tech.
United Arab Emirates
WEST ASIA
COP28 host; ADNOC-Indian refinery partnership; ISA co-founder
UAE hosted COP28 in December 2023 — a forum where India-UAE clean energy ambitions were prominently featured. UAE's Masdar (Abu Dhabi clean energy company) is investing heavily in Indian renewables. ADNOC's Ruwais LNG project supplies India's energy transition bridge fuel. UAE and India are both founding members of the International Solar Alliance. Abu Dhabi Fund for Development finances Indian solar projects.
France
EUROPE
ISA co-founder; Jaitapur nuclear; CNES-ISRO climate satellites
France and India co-founded the International Solar Alliance at COP21 in Paris. The Jaitapur Nuclear Power Project (6 EPR reactors, 9.6GW — India's largest planned nuclear plant) is a flagship bilateral project. CNES-ISRO climate satellite collaboration (TRISHNA for thermal infrared observations, Megha-Tropiques) makes France India's closest partner in climate science. France champions India in EU climate finance debates.
Germany
EUROPE
Indo-German Green and Sustainable Development Partnership — €10bn
Germany pledged €10bn over 2022–30 under the Indo-German Green and Sustainable Development Partnership — the largest climate finance commitment to India by any single country. Focus areas: green hydrogen, offshore wind, energy efficiency, smart cities, and biodiversity. KfW development bank channels concessional loans to Indian solar and clean mobility projects. German industrial companies (Siemens, Bosch) are supplying clean energy equipment.
Japan
EAST ASIA
Japan-India clean energy partnership; nuclear cooperation; JAXA-ISRO
Japan and India have a Clean Energy Partnership covering hydrogen, ammonia, offshore wind, and grid storage. JBIC and JICA channel climate finance to Indian green infrastructure. Japan's Mitsubishi and other trading houses are investing in Indian offshore wind. India-Japan nuclear cooperation agreement (2017) enables Japanese companies to supply nuclear technology. JAXA-ISRO Earth observation for climate monitoring is active.
Australia
OCEANIA
Critical minerals MOU; green hydrogen export to India; QUAD clean energy
Australia-India critical minerals partnership covers lithium, cobalt, and rare earths — essential for India's EV and clean energy supply chain. Australia's green hydrogen export ambitions (Pilbara solar, port ammonia) target India as a major customer. QUAD climate working group coordinates clean tech cooperation. EFIC (Australian export credit) finances clean energy projects in India.
United Kingdom
EUROPE
CDRI co-founder; Green Grids Initiative; climate finance advocacy
UK and India co-founded the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) and launched the Green Grids Initiative — One Sun One World One Grid at COP26. UK's UKEF and British International Investment (BII) channel climate finance to Indian renewables. UK is India's key ally in UNFCCC negotiations on loss and damage finance and developing-country climate support.
Denmark
EUROPE
India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership — wind, green hydrogen, shipping
India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership (2020) is among India's most focused bilateral climate agreements. Denmark's Ørsted and Vestas are bidding for India's offshore wind tenders. Green shipping — decarbonising the India-Denmark maritime corridor — is a priority. Denmark's Energy Technology Development and Demonstration Programme (EUDP) funds joint clean tech R&D. Danish wind technology transfer to Indian manufacturers is under discussion.
Norway
EUROPE
Offshore wind expertise; EFTA TEPA; green shipping cooperation
Norway's offshore wind expertise (Equinor, Statkraft) is being channelled into India's nascent offshore wind programme. India-Norway green shipping cooperation covers decarbonising the India-Norway trade corridor. Norwegian clean shipping technologies and ship design firms are engaged with Indian shipyards. EFTA-India TEPA (2025) creates a framework for clean technology trade.
Netherlands
EUROPE
Offshore wind investment; ASML clean semiconductor; delta water management
The Netherlands is a key investor in India's offshore wind pipeline. Dutch firms (Shell, SBM Offshore) are active in Indian energy. The Netherlands' delta management expertise is being applied to Indian coastal climate adaptation (Gujarat, Odisha). Dutch water technology firms are engaged in India's climate-resilient water infrastructure. FMO (Dutch development bank) channels climate finance to India.
Sweden
EUROPE
Green steel technology; clean industry partnership; SSAB-Tata
Sweden's green steel technology (HYBRIT — hydrogen-based ironmaking) is directly relevant to India's steel decarbonisation challenge. SSAB's HYBRIT technology licencing is under discussion with Indian steel majors. Volvo Group is working with Indian partners on electrification of heavy transport. Swedish energy firms (Vattenfall, Stockholm Exergi) share biomass and district heating expertise with Indian cities.
South Korea
EAST ASIA
EV batteries; green hydrogen; offshore wind; nuclear technology
South Korea is a critical partner in India's clean energy transition. Korean EV battery manufacturers (Samsung SDI, LG Energy Solution, SK Innovation) are potential partners for India's PLI scheme. Korean shipbuilders are designing LNG carriers and green ammonia vessels relevant to India's trade needs. KEPCO's nuclear technology is under consideration for India's fleet expansion. Korea-India clean energy MOU is active.
Singapore
SOUTH EAST ASIA
Carbon credits; green finance hub; clean energy investment
Singapore is developing as Asia's carbon credit marketplace — Climate Impact X and the Singapore Carbon Exchange are relevant to India's carbon market ambitions. Singapore's green finance ecosystem channels institutional capital to Indian clean energy. India-Singapore green energy MOU covers offshore wind and green hydrogen. Singapore is also a gateway for India into ASEAN clean energy supply chains.
Canada
NORTH AMERICA
Critical minerals partnership; nuclear cooperation; clean tech
Canada-India critical minerals cooperation covers uranium, lithium, cobalt, and nickel — key inputs for India's nuclear and clean energy programmes. Canada is a major uranium supplier to India's nuclear power plants (CANDU-PHWRs). The Canada-India Clean Technology initiative supports joint R&D. Canada's pension funds (CPPIB, OTPP) are large investors in Indian renewable energy infrastructure.
Brazil
LATIN AMERICA
IBSA climate cooperation; biofuels; tropical forests; G20 climate
Brazil and India lead the BASIC (Brazil, South Africa, India, China) climate coalition in UNFCCC negotiations — pushing for developed-country climate finance commitments. Brazil's biofuels (sugarcane ethanol) expertise is being shared with India for its 20% ethanol blending programme. Brazil's COP30 (Belém, 2025) was a key forum for India's climate finance demands. IBSA climate working group is active.
Saudi Arabia
WEST ASIA
NEOM green hydrogen; oil-to-clean energy transition partnership
Saudi Arabia's NEOM project is developing world-scale green hydrogen production — India is a target export market (ACWA Power-India MOU). Saudi Aramco is investing in Indian petrochemicals as part of its energy transition strategy. India and Saudi Arabia cooperate on responsible oil market management while both planning energy transition. Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power has Indian renewable energy projects.
Israel
WEST ASIA
Solar tech; agri-tech climate adaptation; desalination
Israel is India's partner in climate adaptation technologies: drip irrigation for water-stressed agriculture, solar desalination for coastal water security, and agri-tech for climate-resilient farming. India-Israel joint R&D fund supports startups working on climate adaptation. Israeli solar companies have projects across Rajasthan and Gujarat. Israel's desalination expertise is being applied to India's water-stressed coastal regions.
Switzerland
EUROPE
UNFCCC host; climate finance; carbon markets; clean tech
Switzerland hosts the UNFCCC Secretariat in Bonn (affiliated) and the UN climate governance infrastructure — an important diplomatic nexus for India. Swiss Re and Zurich Insurance are developing climate risk insurance for India's vulnerable populations. Swiss development agency (SDC) funds climate adaptation in Indian states. Swiss clean technology companies (ABB, Georg Fischer) supply Indian industry. EFTA-India TEPA creates a clean tech trade framework.
Egypt
NORTH AFRICA
COP27 host; Benban solar; ISA member; desalination cooperation
Egypt hosted COP27 in 2022 and established the Loss and Damage Fund — a priority outcome for India. Egypt's Benban Solar Park (1.8GW) was partly financed with Indian development bank input. Egypt is an ISA member and is developing large-scale solar in the Western Desert. Egypt-India cooperation on solar desalination for the Nile Delta is under discussion.
Morocco
NORTH AFRICA
Noor solar; green hydrogen export; phosphate-fertiliser nexus
Morocco's Noor Ouarzazate solar complex is among the world's largest. Morocco has ambitions to export green hydrogen to Europe and India. India's fertiliser sector is heavily dependent on Moroccan phosphate — a nexus with green ammonia (green fertiliser). Morocco-India ISA cooperation covers solar technology deployment. Morocco's wind energy capacity is also a model for Indian coastal states.
Kenya
AFRICA
Geothermal leadership; ISA member; Africa clean energy hub
Kenya generates over 90% of its electricity from renewables — dominated by geothermal from the Rift Valley. Kenya's geothermal expertise is being shared with India for potential Himalayan geothermal development. Kenya is an ISA member and hosts UNEP headquarters. India-Kenya clean energy cooperation covers solar and small hydropower. Kenya hosts annual climate adaptation dialogues relevant to Indian Ocean island states.
South Africa
AFRICA
BASIC coalition; coal transition; green hydrogen; BRICS climate
South Africa is India's key partner in the BASIC climate coalition at UNFCCC. South Africa's Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) — receiving $8.5bn for its coal transition — is a model India is watching for its own coal phaseout funding demands. South African green hydrogen (export to Europe via Durban port) has Indian analogue potential. BRICS green finance framework is co-shaped by India and South Africa.
Chile
LATIN AMERICA
Lithium for Indian EVs; solar Atacama; green hydrogen export
Chile holds the world's largest lithium reserves (Atacama Desert) — a critical input for India's EV battery supply chain. India-Chile lithium MOU covers supply agreements and joint processing. Chile's Atacama is developing utility-scale solar for green hydrogen production — India is a target export market. Chile's renewable energy leadership (90%+ clean electricity by 2030 target) is a model for India.
Vietnam
SOUTH EAST ASIA
Solar and wind boom; JETP partner; ISA member
Vietnam underwent one of the world's fastest solar and wind buildouts (2019–21). India and Vietnam exchange clean energy experience under ISA and bilateral frameworks. Vietnam's JETP (Just Energy Transition Partnership — $15.5bn) includes coal phaseout commitments — a comparable challenge to India's. Vietnam's offshore wind development (South China Sea) is relevant to India's Bay of Bengal programme.
Indonesia
SOUTH EAST ASIA
Coal transition; nickel for EV batteries; green hydrogen
Indonesia's coal transition challenge mirrors India's — both are large coal producers with developing-economy growth needs. Indonesia's JETP ($20bn) is the world's largest. Indonesia's nickel reserves (critical for EV batteries) are of direct interest to India's manufacturing ambitions. India-Indonesia clean energy MOU covers renewables and green hydrogen. Indonesia's geothermal potential is the world's largest.
Bangladesh
SOUTH ASIA
Climate vulnerability partnership; solar irrigation; Rooppur nuclear
Bangladesh is among the world's most climate-vulnerable countries — rising sea levels threaten 15-20% of its territory. India-Bangladesh climate cooperation covers coastal resilience, solar irrigation, and early warning systems. The Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant (built by Russia, with Indian private sector supply chain involvement) is a major clean energy project. India provides solar panels and equipment for Bangladesh's rural electrification.
Nepal
SOUTH ASIA
Hydropower export to India; cross-border clean energy grid
Nepal has among the world's largest hydropower potential (83,000MW theoretical). India is the primary market for Nepalese hydropower exports — Upper Tamakoshi, Arun-3, and other projects sell electricity to India. India-Nepal Power Trade Agreement enables cross-border electricity commerce. Indian companies (SJVN, GMR) are investing in Nepalese hydropower. Cross-border grid interconnections are expanding.
Sri Lanka
SOUTH ASIA
Adani solar; Trincomalee offshore wind; ISA member
India's Adani Group has a major investment in Sri Lanka's Mannar Island wind energy project. Trincomalee's natural harbour has been identified as an offshore wind hub for the Bay of Bengal. India-Sri Lanka grid interconnection is under planning. Sri Lanka's 2022 economic crisis accelerated its renewable energy transition — India supported this through concessional credit.
Bhutan
SOUTH ASIA
Carbon-negative economy; hydropower to India; glacial monitoring
Bhutan is one of the world's only carbon-negative countries — its forests absorb three times its emissions. Bhutan exports hydropower to India under a long-standing power purchase agreement. Glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs) in Bhutan threaten downstream communities in India — joint monitoring and early warning systems are active. India-Bhutan hydropower projects include Punatsangchhu-I, II, and Mangdechhu.
Kazakhstan
CENTRAL ASIA
Uranium supply for Indian nuclear fleet; solar in the steppe
Kazakhstan is the world's largest uranium producer — a critical supplier for India's nuclear power programme. KazAtomProm-India long-term uranium supply agreements underpin India's nuclear fleet expansion. Kazakhstan's vast steppe is developing large-scale solar (3,000MW target) — relevant to India's Central Asia clean energy connectivity ambitions. SCO provides the cooperation framework.
Nigeria
AFRICA
ISA member; solar access for 90 million unelectrified; gas transition
Nigeria has the world's largest unelectrified population — ISA and India's solar diplomacy see Nigeria as a key deployment partner. India-Nigeria solar cooperation MOU covers off-grid solar for rural electrification. Nigeria's vast natural gas reserves are a potential LNG export source to India as a clean transition fuel. Nigeria's Just Energy Transition Plan is a parallel to India's.
Ethiopia
AFRICA
Grand Renaissance Dam; ISA member; geothermal potential
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile is Africa's largest hydropower project — a model for India's large dam diplomacy. Ethiopia is an ISA member and is developing significant geothermal (Rift Valley) and solar capacity. India-Ethiopia clean energy cooperation covers solar panels and equipment supply. Ethiopia's renewable-powered industrial parks are attracting Indian manufacturing investment.
Ghana
AFRICA
ISA member; off-grid solar; West Africa clean energy hub
Ghana is an ISA member and one of West Africa's most active solar markets. India-Ghana solar cooperation covers off-grid solar for rural electrification and grid-connected solar parks. Ghana's stable governance makes it West Africa's anchor for clean energy investment. Indian solar panel manufacturers supply the Ghanaian market. ITEC training covers renewable energy skills.
Mongolia
CENTRAL ASIA
Gobi solar-wind corridor; coal-to-clean transition; ISA member
Mongolia's Gobi Desert has exceptional solar and wind resources — the Asian SuperGrid concept envisages Mongolia exporting clean energy to China, South Korea, Japan, and potentially India. Mongolia's dependence on coal (90%+ of power) mirrors India's transition challenge. India-Mongolia ISA cooperation is active. Mongolia's critical minerals (copper, coal, uranium) link to India's energy resource needs.
Uzbekistan
CENTRAL ASIA
Solar expansion; SCO energy cooperation; Central Asia clean grid
Uzbekistan is rapidly expanding solar capacity with ACWA Power, Total, and Saudi Arabian investments. India-Uzbekistan SCO energy cooperation covers solar equipment and technology transfer. Uzbekistan's clean energy ambitions are relevant to India's Central Asia connectivity. NTPC and other Indian PSUs are exploring Uzbek renewable energy projects.
Argentina
LATIN AMERICA
Lithium triangle; wind energy Patagonia; ISA member
Argentina's Lithium Triangle (with Chile and Bolivia) holds approximately 60% of global lithium reserves — India's EV supply chain ambitions depend on securing supply. Argentina's Patagonia region has world-class wind resources being developed for green hydrogen export. India-Argentina ISA cooperation covers solar deployment. Argentina's nuclear programme (CANDU reactors, Invap) creates collaboration potential.
Colombia
LATIN AMERICA
Coal transition; ISA member; biodiversity and climate
Colombia is South America's largest coal exporter — it faces a similar coal transition challenge to India. Colombia's ISA membership links it to India's solar diplomacy. Colombia's extraordinary biodiversity (world's most megadiverse country) puts it at the forefront of biodiversity-climate nexus diplomacy relevant to India's forest and biodiversity positions in CBD and UNFCCC.
Peru
LATIN AMERICA
Copper for clean energy; ISA member; Andean water security
Peru's copper reserves are critical for India's clean energy transition (EV motors, solar panels, grid wiring). India-Peru mining cooperation is developing. Peru is an ISA member. Andean glacial retreat is creating water security challenges that parallel India's Himalayan concerns — a shared climate adaptation interest in multilateral forums.
Philippines
SOUTH EAST ASIA
Climate-vulnerable SIDS; ISA member; geothermal leader
The Philippines is among Asia's most climate-vulnerable nations — super-typhoons (Haiyan, Yolanda) have made it a leading voice for climate justice in UNFCCC. Philippines is an ISA member. Its geothermal capacity (world's third-largest) is a model for India. Indian solar panels supply the Philippine off-grid market. Philippines-India cooperation on climate resilience and disaster risk reduction is active.
Maldives
SOUTH ASIA
Existential climate threat; SIDS leadership; India solar support
The Maldives faces existential threat from sea-level rise — an 80cm rise (IPCC mid-range) would submerge most of its islands by 2100. India supplies solar panels, batteries, and clean energy equipment. India-Maldives climate MOU covers renewable energy and desalination. The Maldives is a leading voice for SIDS (Small Island Developing States) in UNFCCC — India supports its positions.
Fiji
OCEANIA
SIDS climate champion; Pacific climate voice; India solar grants
Fiji has been a leading Pacific voice for climate justice — former PM Frank Bainimarama co-chaired COP23 in Bonn (2017). India provides solar panels and clean energy grants to Fiji under the Solar Electrification programme for Pacific Island nations. Fiji is an ISA member. India's development assistance to Fiji increasingly focuses on climate resilience.
Myanmar
SOUTH EAST ASIA
ISA member; off-grid solar; hydropower potential
Myanmar is an ISA member. India supplies off-grid solar to border regions under the Act East connectivity programme. Myanmar's Irrawaddy River system has significant hydropower potential — Indian companies have explored opportunities. The 2021 coup has severely disrupted clean energy cooperation; most bilateral programmes are in suspension.
Cambodia
SOUTH EAST ASIA
ISA member; solar expansion; Mekong water security
Cambodia is an ISA member and has expanded solar capacity significantly. India provides solar equipment and development assistance. Cambodia's Mekong River water security challenges are analogous to India's river basin concerns — a shared interest in multilateral water governance. ITEC training covers renewable energy skills for Cambodian technicians.
Zambia
AFRICA
Cobalt and copper for clean energy; ISA member; Kariba hydropower
Zambia's cobalt and copper reserves are critical minerals for India's EV supply chain. Zambia is an ISA member. The Kariba Dam (shared with Zimbabwe) is a large-scale hydropower facility relevant to southern Africa's clean energy grid. India-Zambia clean energy MOU is developing. Indian mining companies are exploring Zambian copper projects.
Tanzania
AFRICA
ISA member; off-grid solar; Julius Nyerere hydropower
Tanzania is an ISA member and is developing the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (2,115MW) — East Africa's largest. India supplies off-grid solar and provides development assistance. Tanzania's Kilimanjaro glacier retreat is a climate change symbol. Indian solar panel exports to Tanzania are growing. ITEC renewable energy training is active.
Jordan
WEST ASIA
Solar in the desert; water-energy nexus; ISA member
Jordan is one of the world's most water-scarce countries — solar-powered desalination is a strategic priority. India-Jordan ISA cooperation covers desert solar technology. Jordan's Ma'an solar park is a model for arid-zone solar deployment. Jordan is piloting green hydrogen for fertiliser production — relevant to India's green ammonia strategy. Jordan hosts Syrian refugees whose energy needs create scale for distributed solar.
Bolivia
LATIN AMERICA
World's largest lithium reserves; ISA member; Uyuni solar
Bolivia's Salar de Uyuni holds the world's largest lithium reserves — a critical mineral for India's EV battery supply chain. India-Bolivia lithium cooperation discussions have begun. Bolivia's Uyuni salt flat is also ideal for utility-scale solar. Bolivia is an ISA member. India provides development assistance and ITEC training. Bolivia's nationalisation of lithium complicates foreign investment arrangements.
Laos
SOUTH EAST ASIA
Battery of Southeast Asia; hydropower; Mekong concerns
Laos calls itself the 'Battery of Southeast Asia' — exporting hydropower to Thailand, Vietnam, and eventually planned to India. Mekong dam construction (China-built) raises water security concerns shared by India and downstream states. India provides development assistance. Laos is an ISA member. Indian solar panel exports are growing.
Mozambique
AFRICA
LNG transition fuel; ISA member; solar expansion
Mozambique's Rovuma LNG basin (ENI, TotalEnergies) is a potential source of LNG for India's energy transition. India's ONGC Videsh has a stake. Mozambique is an ISA member and is expanding solar capacity. Indian solar panels and equipment are being supplied. Mozambique's climate vulnerability (Cyclone Idai, Kenneth) makes it a recipient of India's climate adaptation assistance.
Senegal
AFRICA
Sahel solar; Dakar Wind; ISA member; Sangomar oil transition
Senegal is an ISA member and is developing the Sahel solar belt. Senegal's Sangomar offshore oil field (2024 first oil) is being developed in parallel with renewable energy expansion — a model India watches. West Africa's solar potential (Sahel region receives among the world's highest solar irradiance) is an ISA priority. Indian solar panels supply Senegal's expanding off-grid market.
China
EAST ASIA
Solar panel supply chain; climate co-dependence at COP
China manufactures ~80% of the world's solar panels — including most of what India deploys under its 500 GW renewables target. Despite geopolitical tensions, India-China climate interdependence is real. At COP, both countries often coordinate on CBDR-RC (common but differentiated responsibilities) positions against developed-country pressure. Bilateral green technology cooperation is limited by border tensions.
Russia
EURASIA
Gas cooperation; nuclear energy; Arctic shipping climate impact
Russia is India's largest civil nuclear partner (Kudankulam 1–6) and a major LNG supplier. India-Russia energy cooperation spans oil, gas, and nuclear — all relevant to India's energy transition. Russia's Arctic melting (driven by climate change) is opening new shipping routes India is monitoring. At COP, Russia and India share positions on fossil fuel phase-down timelines.
Italy
EUROPE
G7 Presidency 2024; solar; Mediterranean clean energy hub
Italy held the G7 Presidency in 2024 and championed Global South climate finance — aligning with India's positions. Italian renewable energy companies (Enel Green Power) are active in India's solar and wind market. Italy is developing as a Mediterranean clean energy hub; India-Italy green hydrogen dialogue is emerging.
Spain
EUROPE
Wind and solar investment; ISA partner; green hydrogen
Spain is a major wind and solar power developer with global project portfolios. Spanish companies (Iberdrola, Acciona) are active in India's renewable energy market. Spain co-chairs ISA working groups on solar financing. Green hydrogen cooperation under the EU-India Clean Energy and Climate Partnership is expanding.
Turkey
WEST ASIA
Geothermal energy; COP alignment; G20 climate
Turkey has significant geothermal and solar capacity and is expanding its renewables sector. India-Turkey climate cooperation is limited but both are G20 members navigating energy transition pressures. Turkey's COP positions on fossil fuel phase-down and climate finance broadly align with India's. Bilateral renewable energy project collaboration is nascent.
Malaysia
SOUTH EAST ASIA
Rainforest carbon credits; palm oil energy; ASEAN energy grid
Malaysia is engaging India on voluntary carbon market cooperation — its rainforest carbon credits align with India's carbon market under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. Malaysia is a key node in the ASEAN Power Grid initiative, relevant to India's ASEAN energy connectivity ambitions. Palm oil (biofuel) remains both a trade and energy policy issue.
Thailand
SOUTH EAST ASIA
ASEAN clean energy hub; EV manufacturing; ISA member
Thailand is positioning as ASEAN's EV and clean energy manufacturing hub. Indian companies are monitoring Thailand's EV supply chain — a rival to India's own ambitions. Thailand is an ISA member and cooperates on solar deployment in ASEAN. India-Thailand climate dialogue occurs through ASEAN and bilateral frameworks.
Qatar
WEST ASIA
LNG supply security; gas-to-green transition; blue hydrogen
Qatar is India's largest LNG supplier — critical to India's energy security during the clean transition. QatarEnergy's long-term LNG deals with Petronet LNG anchor the relationship. Qatar is investing in blue hydrogen (LNG + CCS) as a transition fuel, aligning with India's hydrogen strategy. Qatar's North Dome field (world's largest gas reserve) gives it strategic climate-energy relevance.