Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 04:54am on 22 Apr 2025,Tuesday India Global
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Saudi Arabia on April 22, 2025, marked a significant enhancement in bilateral relations. Co-chairing the inaugural Strategic Partnership Council meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, both leaders signed eight agreements spanning energy, digitalization, desalination, and anti-corruption. They reaffirmed a $100 billion investment commitment, including $50 billion for the West Coast Refinery project. New collaborations were identified in space, semiconductors, and fintech, with plans to implement UPI and RuPay in Saudi Arabia. Discussions also covered regional issues like the Israel-Palestine conflict and maritime security. The leaders endorsed the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, aiming to boost connectivity and economic growth across regions. (PC: SHIV KUMAR PUSHPAKAR)
