The Western Indian Ocean Corridor: Bridging Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia

The Indian Ocean does more than connect continents, it connects opportunities. As global trade realigns towards emerging economies, the western arc of the Indian Ocean, stretching from the Gulf to the African coast and India’s western seaboard, has become one of the most dynamic trade corridors of the 21st century.

A Corridor of Growth and Connectivity

This maritime route binds three rapidly developing regions. These regions include the Middle East, South Asia, and East Africa. The route connects Dubai, Muscat, Mumbai, Mombasa, and Dar es Salaam.

India has emerged as a key trading partner for both Africa and the Gulf. In FY 2024–25, India–Africa trade crossed US$100 billion, up from about US$56 billion in 2019–20. India is also among the top five investors in Africa, with cumulative investments exceeding US$75 billion between 1996–2024.
Similarly, the Gulf states supply the energy that fuels Indian industry, while Indian pharmaceuticals, textiles, and food products move westward, reinforcing a corridor of mutual growth and interdependence.

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