Modi Holds Talks with Saudi Crown Prince MBS on West Asia Conflict, Stresses Maritime Security

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to discuss the escalating situation in West Asia. During the conversation, PM Modi strongly reiterated India’s condemnation of recent attacks targeting critical energy infrastructure in the region, underlining the broader implications for global stability and energy security.

Spoke with Crown Prince and PM of Saudi Arabia, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman and discussed the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

I reiterated India’s condemnation of attacks on regional energy infrastructure. We agreed on the need to ensure freedom of navigation and keeping… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 28, 2026

Both leaders emphasized the urgent need to maintain freedom of navigation and ensure that key international shipping routes remain open, secure, and uninterrupted—an issue of vital importance amid rising tensions in the region. The Prime Minister also expressed appreciation for Saudi Arabia’s continued support towards the welfare of the Indian diaspora living in the Kingdom, highlighting the strong people-to-people ties between the two nations. The interaction reflects the growing strategic partnership between India and Saudi Arabia, especially in the context of regional security and economic cooperation.