Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, with the two leaders discussing the escalating conflict in West Asia and its implications
for regional stability and maritime security.
In a post on X, Modi said he had raised concerns over attacks on key energy infrastructure in the region and reiterated India’s position on the issue.
“Spoke with Crown Prince and PM of Saudi Arabia, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman and discussed the ongoing conflict in West Asia,” Modi said.
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
He added, “I reiterated India’s condemnation of attacks on regional energy infrastructure.”
The Prime Minister also said both sides agreed on the importance of ensuring uninterrupted maritime movement in the region, amid growing concerns over the safety of shipping lanes and trade routes.
“We agreed on the need to ensure freedom of navigation and keep shipping lines open and secure,” Modi said.
The conversation comes at a time when the Strait of Hormuz and other critical sea routes have emerged as major flashpoints in the ongoing regional conflict, with fears of disruptions to oil, gas, and commercial cargo movement.
Modi also thanked the Saudi Crown Prince for his support to the Indian community living in the kingdom.
“Thanked him for his continued support for the welfare of the Indian community in Saudi Arabia,” he said.
The call underlines India’s growing diplomatic outreach in the Gulf as New Delhi seeks to safeguard its energy interests, protect its diaspora, and push for stability in a region critical to India’s economy and strategic interests.
