The second meeting of the Ministerial Committee on Political, Security, Social, and Cultural Cooperation, co-chaired by Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan and his Indian counterpart Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, took place in New Delhi. The committee was established under the Saudi-India Strategic Partnership Council, led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Prince Faisal expressed hope that the council will strengthen its effectiveness to achieve shared objectives, emphasizing the importance of coordination and collaboration on issues of mutual interest such as international peace, security, and economic development.
During the meeting, the ministers discussed enhancing cooperation in various areas including political, consular, defense, military, judicial, security, social, and cultural affairs. The meeting attendees included Director General of the Office of the Foreign Minister Abdulrahman Aldawood, Chargé d’Affaires of the Saudi Embassy in India Jadi bin Naif Alraqaas, and other representatives from subcommittees on judicial, security, cultural, social, military, and defense cooperation. Prince Faisal and Dr. Jaishankar also held official talks to explore ways to enhance bilateral ties, cooperation in various fields, and further develop collaboration, as well as regional and international issues of common interest.
The Saudi-India Strategic Partnership Council marks a new era of cooperation between the two countries, aiming to achieve shared goals and strengthen mutual interests. The meeting discussed initiatives outlined in the minutes signed by Prince Faisal and Jaishankar, focusing on enhancing cooperation in political, consular, defense, military, judicial, security, social, and cultural affairs. The ministers emphasized increased collaboration to benefit both countries and further their relationship through strategic partnerships in key areas.
Prince Faisal highlighted the importance of cooperation and collaboration on international peace, security, and economic development, affirming the shared objectives of Saudi Arabia and India. The meeting attendees discussed ways to tackle regional and international issues of common interest, reflecting the commitment of both countries to work together towards shared goals. The meeting also included discussions on efforts to further develop collaboration in various fields, with a focus on enhancing bilateral ties and strengthening mutual interests.
The official talks between Prince Faisal and Dr. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of deepening bilateral ties and enhancing collaboration in various sectors. The ministers discussed regional and international issues of common interest, as well as efforts being made to address them. The meeting attendees included representatives from various subcommittees, reflecting the comprehensive approach to cooperation between Saudi Arabia and India. The discussions highlighted the commitment of both countries to work together towards shared objectives and strengthen mutual interests through strategic partnerships in key areas.
Overall, the second meeting of the Ministerial Committee on Political, Security, Social, and Cultural Cooperation between Saudi Arabia and India underscored the commitment of both countries to working together towards shared goals and strengthening mutual interests. The Saudi-India Strategic Partnership Council marks a new era of cooperation, aimed at enhancing collaboration in various fields and achieving common objectives. The discussions during the meeting highlighted the importance of coordination and collaboration on issues of mutual interest, reflecting the shared goals and commitments of both countries to enhance bilateral ties and deepen cooperation in key areas.
