Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said India and Saudi Arabia share a natural interest in safeguarding peace and stability in the region. In an exclusive interview with Arab News ahead of his landmark two-day visit to Saudi Arabia, the Prime Minister described the Kingdom as a trusted friend and strategic ally and emphasised that the bilateral relations had expanded significantly since the creation of the Strategic Partnership Council in 2019.

Highlighting shared economic ambitions, Mr Modi noted that trade between the two countries had grown even amid global challenges, with energy, agriculture and fertilisers as key sectors. He welcomed deeper integration of Saudi and Indian businesses, particularly in emerging sectors like green hydrogen and technology.