21/04/2026

NSA Ajit Doval Visits Saudi Arabia to Strengthen Energy Ties

Updated 16 hours ago: Doval's visit date was specified as April 19, 2026, and he followed instructions from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while the names and titles of some Saudi officials were updated, and a reception by Saudi Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Saud Al Sati was added.

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval visited Riyadh on April 19, 2026, following instructions from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The visit aimed to strengthen ties during a tense phase in the West Asian conflict. Doval held discussions with Saudi National Security Adviser Musaed Al-Aiban and met with Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and Energy Minister Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud. His arrival was marked by a reception from Saudi Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Saud Al Sati, a former ambassador to India.

Published 1 day ago • 20 Apr 2026, 06:55 AM IST

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