India and Saudi Arabia are likely to execute no less than six memoranda of understanding (MoUs) on Tuesday during Prime Minister Narender Modi’s trip to Jeddah, with discussions continuing late Monday to add a few more agreements as per the source.
The meeting of Priem Minister Modi with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
“Well placed sources” interfacing with PTI have disclosed that during his dialogue with Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohamad Bin Salman Al Saud, Modi is expected to delve into the haj topics focusing on the allocation for Indian pilgrims.
Visit Objectives and Goals
Both sides are expected to sign agreements on space exploration, energy, health, scientific and technological research, advanced culture, and other technologies.
Discussions concerning the Riyadh Visit were ongoing as late as Monday with over a dozen MoUs under consideration, some of which are expected to be signed at the official level, said an official to PTI.
More Agendas to be Discussed
The source also mentioned that considerable efforts were being made to complete substantial additional agreements regarding trade, investment, and defense prior to Modi’s scheduled arrival.
Modi will depart on Tuesday afternoon upon the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, making him the first Indian Prime Minister to visit the city of Jeddah in 40 years.
Significance of Jeddah From A Historical Perspective
Jeddah is of utmost importance historically for India and Saudi Arabia due to its long standing role as a harbor of commerce between both countries, Khan had said in an interview with PTI during the Prime Minister’s visit. So it serves as the gateway to Mecca, meaning all people coming for umrah and Hajj first Jeddah and then go to Mecca.
Significance of Hajj for India
“Among other events, Hajj is regarded by the government of India with great regard. The Ministry of Minority Affairs has been organizing this event…” Indian-Saudi relations have many problems to solve in India and the coordination between India and Saudi Arabia regarding Hajj has always been strong,” he said.
Increase in Hajj Quota for India
The Saudi quarter for Indian Hajj pilgrims had been rising from 136,120 in 2014 to 175,025 in 2025 with 122,518 already booked.
Due to delays made by Indian Combined Hajj Group Operators regarding contract agreements, an estimated 42,000 Indians are now expected to be left behind on the pilgrimage.
Hajj Strategic Partnership Facilitation Responsibilities
He gifted the Saudi Crown Prince the title of head of the Strategic Partnership Council that the PM gifted him during the 2019 visit to deepen the Saudi-Indian bilateral relations. Modi co-chairs the council with him for the second time.
Prime Minister Modi’s Actions On The Trip
The Prime Minister will on Wednesday examine a factory controlled by Indian employees. He also holds the Saudi Arabia’s highest civilian award granted 2016.
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