The crown prince this week was given a lavish welcome in Pakistan where the two sides signed memoranda of understanding valued at about $20 billion to help prop up Pakistan's economy. But the Kashmir attack threatens to overshadow the India trip as New Delhi seeks to drum up support against Pakistan. India will forcefully raise the issue of cross-border terrorism during the talks with the Saudi delegation later in the day, officials said. The crown prince hailed the relationship with India, a top consumer of Saudi crude oil, after a ceremonial welcome at the imposing red sandstone presidential palace. With the leadership of the president and the PM, I am sure we can create good things for Saudi Arabia and India," he said in brief remarks before heading into talks with Indian leaders.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 20, 2019 15:39 UTC