Shoulder to shoulder: Former India envoy to UAE tells of trust and transformation of ties in new book | The National
Navdeep Suri traces the history of the UAE's 'most consequential partnership' with India
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Arabic word of the week: How 'waha' became a symbol of hope and refuge | The National
From ancient desert settlements to poetry and music, the term for oasis reflects the enduring importance of water, shelter and tranquillity in Arab culture