Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi presided over the signing of several significant joint agreements between the two nations. This momentous event followed a warm welcome ceremony held for the Saudi leader, marking the conclusion of the G20 Summit that brought together officials from 30 countries in New Delhi.
During the ceremony, representatives from both Saudi Arabia and India inked approximately 49 deals, signifying a strong commitment to further strengthen their bilateral relations. These agreements spanned various sectors, demonstrating the breadth and depth of cooperation between the two countries.
One noteworthy set of agreements was signed between Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Investment and India’s National Investment Promotion and Facilitation Agency. These agreements covered a wide range of areas, including energy, petrochemicals, renewable energy, agriculture, industry, and social and cultural cooperation. Such collaborations are expected to pave the way for increased economic and technological exchange, benefiting both nations.
The official spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs confirmed the significance of this meeting on their official platform. He stated that Modi and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman convened the first leaders’ meeting of the Indian-Saudi Strategic Partnership Council. The agenda for this pivotal meeting encompassed a broad spectrum of areas for bilateral cooperation. Key topics included energy security, trade and investment, defense and security, healthcare, food security, culture, and community welfare. These discussions exemplify the robust and multifaceted partnership between India and Saudi Arabia, underscoring their shared commitment to fostering growth and collaboration across various sectors.