Published: 10:47, April 23, 2025
Saudi crown prince, Indian PM talk on ties, regional developments
By Xinhua
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud (right) escorts Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their meeting at Al Salam Royal Palace in Jeddah on April 22, 2025. (PHOTO / SAUDI PRESS AGENCY SPA VIA AFP)

RIYADH - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks on Tuesday in the Saudi port city of Jeddah on bilateral ties and regional developments.

During the talks, both sides reviewed bilateral relations and explored ways to further strengthen and develop cooperation between the two countries across various fields, according to the official Saudi Press Agency.

They discussed the latest regional and international developments and joint efforts to achieve security and stability, said the report, noting that the two sides also exchanged views on issues of mutual concern.

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Following the talks, the Saudi crown prince and the Indian prime minister co-chaired the meeting of the India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council.

Indian prime minister arrived in Saudi Arabia earlier on Tuesday for a two-day state visit.

"This visit will strengthen the friendship between India and Saudi Arabia," Modi said on social media platform X upon his arrival.