National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Riyadh to discuss strengthening India-Saudi ties, with focus on energy security and maritime corridor protection. The talks came amid rising West Asia tensions, shipping disruptions and concerns over regional energy supplies.
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Riyadh on Monday to discuss strengthening bilateral ties, with a focus on “energy security” and the protection of “maritime corridors.” The visit comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia over the continuing US-Iran conflict and concerns about disruptions to regional shipping routes and energy supplies.
According to the Saudi Foreign Ministry, the two leaders reviewed bilateral relations and explored ways to deepen the strategic partnership between India and Saudi Arabia.
"They also discussed the latest regional developments and the efforts to enhance energy security and protect maritime corridors,” the ministry posted on X.
This was Doval's third visit to Saudi Arabia this year. The meeting was also attended by Saudi Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Saud Al-Sati.
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