NSA Doval arrives in Saudi Arabia for high-level talks
India's National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval, just landed in Riyadh for high-level talks with Saudi officials.
His visit comes at a time when the Middle East is seeing big shifts—especially after Saudi Arabia signed a new defense deal with Pakistan.
The Indian embassy shared that Doval was warmly welcomed by both Indian and Saudi representatives.
Doval's visit linked to previous discussions on regional connectivity
Doval's trip isn't just about friendly chats—it builds on earlier meetings with top security advisors from the US and UAE.
They've been discussing ways to connect Gulf ports to India by rail and sea, offering an alternative to China's Belt and Road project.
With the US recently sending a major aircraft carrier to the region and tensions rising over Iran, these talks could shape how India fits into future regional alliances.