Times of Islamabad

Saudi Crown Prince meets PM Modi, vow to enhance strategic ties

Saudi Crown Prince meets PM Modi, vow to enhance strategic ties

*Buenos Aires, Argentina: *

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammedbin Salman on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Buenos Aires today andthey discussed ways to further boost economic, cultural and energy ties.

The two sides also held discussions on enhancing investment in technology,renewable energy and food security.

“Had a fruitful interaction with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud.We discussed multiple aspects of India-Saudi Arabia relations and ways tofurther boost economic, cultural and energy ties,” the Prime Minister wroteon Twitter.

“Deepening strategic ties. PM @narendramodi met with Crown Prince of SaudiArabia Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud on sidelines of #G20Argentina. Discussedenhancing Saudi investment in technology, infrastructure, petroleum,renewable energy, food security, fintech & defence sectors,” ExternalAffairs Ministry spokesperson Raveesh Kumar tweeted.

“In recent years, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been a valuable partner.The relationship has expanded beyond the Indian community to issues relatedto the economy, energy and security. All issues of bilateral and regionalinterest will be discussed,” PMO sources said.