PM modi saudi arab visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached Jeddah on a two -day historic visit on Tuesday (April 22) on the invitation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia. There he was given a grand welcome at the airport. This is not only his third Saudi visit, but for the first time he has gone to Jeddah city, which has been a historic center of India-Saudi relations. At least six important agreements (MUS) are expected to be signed during this visit.
As soon as Prime Minister Modi’s aircraft reached Saudi aircraft, he was specialized by the F-15 fighter jets of the Royal Saudi Air Force. This reception is considered to be a symbol of the growing proximity in India-Saudi relations. He was welcomed in Jeddah with a grand state honor.
#Watch In a special gesture, fighter planes from Saudi Arabia Escort Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Plane as it Entred Saudi Airspace to Jeddah. pic.twitter.com/vhzxd6ir5p
– ANI (@ani) April 22, 2025
New direction to India-Saudi strategic participation
Prime Minister Modi and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will co-chair the second meeting of the India-Saudi Strategic Partnership Council. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, this meeting is going to add a new chapter to bilateral relationships. Prime Minister Modi had said before leaving that India gives immense importance to its long -term and historical relations with Saudi Arabia. Partnership in areas such as defense, trade, energy and people has got new pace.
Haj pilgrimage and quota will also be discussed
According to sources, in this visit of Prime Minister Modi, the quota and other arrangements of Haj pilgrims will also be discussed. India’s Ambassador Suhail Ejaz Khan said that Haj is a very important religious journey. The Government of India gives it a special priority. The coordination between the Saudi government and India has been very good. This meeting can also prove to be very decisive on important issues like modern arrangements, digital facilities, and quota expansion.
Focus on India-Saudi Trade and Investment
In recent years, many issues have been discussed between India and Saudi Arabia. This includes energy security, defense cooperation, marine security, investment and infrastructure projects in the Gulf. During this visit by Prime Minister Modi, there is a possibility of compromise on partnership in the fields of technology, innovation, green energy and startups.
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