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News India Live, Digital Desk: When the eyes of the whole world are on the possible war between Iran and America and the firing on Indian ships in the Strait of Hormuz, at the same time India’s ‘troubleshooter’ Ajit Doval reached Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. This visit of Doval is not limited to bilateral talks only, but behind it are hidden three major strategic concerns of India.
1. Energy Security: Crisis on oil supply
India imports a large part of its crude oil needs from Gulf countries. Due to tension in Hormuz, there is a danger of supply chain disruption.
Saudi assurance: Doval met Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Met with. India wants that if the Hormuz route is closed, then Saudi Arabia should ensure uninterrupted supply of crude oil to India through alternative routes (Red Sea/Land Routes).
Global Oil Market: Doval’s visit is part of joint efforts to keep global crude oil prices stable.
2. ‘Operation Sankalp’ and maritime security
India’s concern has increased after the Iranian Navy’s firing on Indian ships (Sanmar Herald and Jag Arnav) in the Strait of Hormuz.
Intelligence sharing: Doval told Saudi’s NSA Musaed Al-Aiban Discussed maritime security and intelligence sharing with India.
Safe corridor: India wants Saudi Arabia to use its influence in the region to help protect Indian merchant shipping from pirates and other military threats.
3. Role of ‘mediator’ in Iran-America tension?
According to sources, India is working behind the scenes to restore peace in the region.
De-escalation: India does not want the confrontation between Iran and America to turn into a full-scale war. India, along with Saudi Arabia, is trying to create diplomatic pressure to reduce this tension.
Talks in Pakistan: According to reports, the second round of secret talks between America and Iran may take place in Pakistan this week. Doval’s visit to Riyadh is being seen as a link to take the ‘ally countries’ into confidence before these talks.
4. Security of 90 lakh Indians
About 90 lakh Indian expatriates live in Gulf countries. If war breaks out, their safe evacuation will be the biggest challenge for India. Doval has sought assurance from the Saudi leadership about the safety of Indians living there and cooperation in any emergency.
