Goa, Sept. 19 -- The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday responded to the recently signed strategic defence agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, emphasizing India's expectation that Riyadh will consider mutual interests and sensitivities. Speaking at a weekly press briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted India's growing strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia, which has strengthened over the past few years.

"We have noted reports regarding the strategic mutual defence pact between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. India expects that its strategic partnership with Riyadh will continue to reflect mutual interests and sensitivities," Jaiswal said. He added that the government is closely examining the implications of...