Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Doval Discusses Energy Security in Riyadh Visit
Ajit Doval, India's National Security Advisor, visited Riyadh and met with important Saudi officials like Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman.
They talked about making India and Saudi Arabia better friends and discussed important things happening in their region.
They also talked about how to make sure energy is safe and protect important sea routes.
This meeting is part of a bigger plan to make India and Saudi Arabia better friends.
There are about 2.7 million Indians living in Saudi Arabia, and they help both countries understand each other better.
Ajit Doval met Saudi officials in Riyadh to strengthen strategic ties.
Discussions included bilateral relations, regional developments, energy security, and maritime corridors.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Minister for Political Affairs, Ambassador Dr. Saud Al-Sati.
India and Saudi Arabia have close relations, with significant trade, investment, and cooperation in defense industries.
The Indian community in Saudi Arabia numbers approximately 2.7 million and acts as a bridge between the two countries.
- Who
- Ajit Doval, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, Dr. Saud Al-Sati, Dr. Musaed Al-Aiban
- What
- Meeting to strengthen strategic partnership and discuss regional developments
- When
- 20 July
- Where
- Riyadh
- Why
- To enhance bilateral relations and discuss energy security and maritime corridors
Strengthening Bilateral Relations
Regional Developments and Security
Bilateral Relations
Strengthening Bilateral Relations
Strengthening strategic partnership and enhancing bilateral relations.
Regional Developments and Security
Discussing regional developments and energy security.
- Meeting Location
- Riyadh
- Participants
- Ajit Doval, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Dr. Saud Al-Sati, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, Dr. Musaed Al-Aiban
- Date
- 20 July
- Bilateral Visa Waiver Agreement
- Signed in December 2023
- Indian Community in Saudi Arabia
- Approximately 2.7 million