Saudi Defence Minister Discusses Cooperation with Indian Minister of State for Defense and Tourism

Riyadh: His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, the Minister of Defense, held a productive meeting today in his office with His Excellency Ajay Bhatt, the Indian Minister of State for Defense and Tourism.

The meeting revolved around strengthening the already friendly relations between the two countries and exploring potential areas of joint cooperation in defense. Various topics of common interest were also discussed during the meeting.

In attendance were prominent figures, including His Highness Prince Abdul Rahman bin Muhammad bin Ayyaf, the Deputy Minister of Defense, Lieutenant General Fayyad bin Hamid Al-Ruwaili, the Chief of the General Staff, Dr. Khalid bin Hussein Al-Biyari, the Assistant Minister of Defense for Executive Affairs, and Hisham bin Abdulaziz bin Saif, the Director General of the Office of the Minister of Defense.

Representing India were Dr. Suhail Ajaz Khan, the Ambassador of the Republic of India to the Kingdom, and Colonel J. S. Grewa, the Military Attaché to the Kingdom.

Expressing his honor, Ajay Bhatt took to X Platform to share his thoughts on the meeting with Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, highlighting discussions on strategic partnerships and mutual cooperation in defense matters between the two nations.

Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz also shared his sentiments on X platform, mentioning the review of friendly relations between the countries and the exploration of prospects for defense cooperation. The meeting concluded after addressing several topics of common concern.

The meeting between the Saudi Minister of Defense and the Indian Minister of State for Defense and Tourism brings significant potential for enhanced defense collaboration and bolstered ties between the two nations. It further demonstrates the commitment of both countries to strengthen diplomatic relations and achieve mutual goals in the field of defense.