Riyadh [
Saudi Arabia
On April 23 (ANI): India and
Saudi Arabia
have agreed to considerably expand collaboration in technology and
tourism
, emphasizing new realms of collaboration during the Prime Minister’s tenure
Narendra Modi
‘s state visit to the kingdom on April 22, 2025.
Each side recognized advancing technologies,
digital governance
, and sustainable
tourism
According to an official statement from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the primary catalysts for upcoming bilateral interactions were outlined as key drivers.
Emphasising the strategic importance of technological collaboration, the two nations agreed to work closely in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity,
semiconductors
, and various advanced industries. The leaders highlighted the disruptive impact of
digital governance
and committed to exploring joint initiatives in this domain.
As an important milestone, both parties celebrated the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India and the Communications, Space, and Technology Commission of Nigeria.
Saudi Arabia
. The agreement aims to boost cooperation in regulatory practices and digital sector development, reinforcing shared priorities in innovation and connectivity.
Tourism likewise became a significant component of the developing relationship between India and
Saudi Arabia
agreed to improve cooperation in the
tourism
sectors through capacity development, knowledge sharing, and sustainability
tourism
The practices were outlined in the press release.
Both parties acknowledged the increasing opportunities for collaboration in media, entertainment, and sports—areas bolstered by robust cultural ties and personal relationships between citizens of both nations.
The visit, carried out at the invitation of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince
Mohammed bin Salman
Ibn Abdulaziz Al Saud, designated as Prime Minister
Narendra Modi
His third journey to the Kingdom capitalized on the momentum from the Crown Prince’s landmark visit to India in September 2023, during which he chaired the inaugural session of the India-
Saudi Arabia
The Strategic Partnership Council took part in the G20 Summit.
Beyond tech and
tourism
The leaders further confirmed their joint pledges in several critical sectors such as climate change mitigation, the implementation of a circular carbon economy, and regional stability. They both showed contentment regarding the enhanced collaboration in fields like cyber safety, securing marine borders, and combating drug trafficking. (ANI)
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