Saudi Arabia one of India's most important strategic partners: PM Modi
The Hindu
PM Modi and Crown Prince Bin Salman discussed ways to strengthen India-Saudi Arabia ties in defence, security, trade and investment.
The strategic partnership between India and Saudi Arabia is crucial for regional and global stability and welfare, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on September 11 during his talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud.
Describing Saudi Arabia as one of India’s most important strategic partners, Mr. Modi said both sides are adding a new dimension to the ties in tune with changing times.
Mr. Modi and Crown Prince Bin Salman reviewed the bilateral relations at the first meeting of the India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council.
In his opening remarks at the meeting, the Prime Minister said several initiatives have been identified to take “our close partnership to next level. Our relationship will get a new direction and energy in today’s meeting”.
The India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council was announced in 2019 with an aim to further increase cooperation in critical areas.
Crown Prince Bin Salman is currently on a state visit to India following end of the G-20 Summit.
Ahead of the talks, the Crown Prince was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the forecourt of the Rashtrapati Bhavan.