There were three major attacks on the security forces in 2023, and over the past few years, 20 soldiers have been killed in terrorist ambushes in this area. Most terrorists here are believed to be foreigners.

According to the UN’s International Migration 2020 report, the UAE boasts the largest Indian diaspora population at 3.5 million, surpassing the United States of America (2.7 million) and Saudi Arabia (2.5 million).

France was the first western country India signed a strategic partnership with. 25 years on, Macron's visit comes at a time when bilateral ties have strengthened, with defence and security, civil nuclear matters, and space as the major pillars.