InternationalTuesday, 21 July 2026·The Hindu - International
Ajit Doval’s Saudi visit highlights energy security, maritime corridors and India-Gulf ties
NSA Ajit Doval met Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Riyadh on July 20, 2026 to discuss energy security and maritime corridors.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On July 20, 2026, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Riyadh to discuss energy security, maritime corridors and the strategic partnership between India and Saudi Arabia.
Key specifics
- This was Ajit Doval’s third visit to Saudi Arabia in 2026.
- The meeting was also attended by Saudi Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Saud Al-Sati.
- India and Saudi Arabia have around 2.6 million Indians living and working in the Kingdom.
- Saudi Arabia is among India’s top crude oil suppliers.
- The talks came amid tensions involving the Bab al-Mandab Strait and the Strait of Hormuz.
Exam lens
International relations question type: place-based and current affairs. Remember Riyadh, July 20, 2026, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, 2.6 million Indians in Saudi Arabia, and the focus on energy security and maritime corridors.