Saudi Crown Prince to inaugurate new embassy complex in Delhi on February 19

By  Saizel S February 9th 2019 08:07 PM

Saudi Crown Prince to inaugurate new embassy complex in Delhi on February 19

Official sources on Saturday confirmed that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will visit India on February 19. The Crown Prince’s visit is important as Saudi Arabia is a major energy provider for India. The Crown Prince will be accompanied by a large delegation.

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In 2016, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Riyadh. During his visit, PM Modi was honoured with the ‘Sash of King Abdulaziz’, the highest civilian decoration awarded by the country. The visit proved to be a turning point for India- Saudi Arabia relations.

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According to media reports, the Saudi Crown Prince will inaugurate the new embassy complex in New Delhi.  It will strengthen India- Saudi energy cooperation.

-PTC NEWS

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