In a significant diplomatic development, the Saudi Assistant Minister of Culture, Rakan bin Ibrahim Al-Touq, held a crucial meeting today with the Indian Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture, Meenakashi Lekhi, in the historic city of Varanasi, India. During the highly anticipated official visit of the Saudi Assistant Minister to India, an important meeting unfolded. The esteemed representative of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia had the honor of attending the G20 Cultural Ministers' Meeting, which was held in conjunction with India's G20 Presidency in 2023.
In a display of diplomatic courtesy, the Assistant Minister opened the meeting by extending his heartfelt appreciation to the Indian Minister for the gracious hospitality extended to the delegation. Furthermore, the Assistant Minister lauded India's remarkable stewardship as the current holder of the G20 presidency, highlighting the nation's exceptional leadership throughout the year. In a statement, the individual acknowledged India's unwavering commitment to promoting and advancing the cultural agenda during its term. In a recent statement, Al-Touq, a prominent figure in the Kingdom, reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's unwavering backing for the cultural objectives set forth by the Indian presidency.
In addition, the meeting placed a strong emphasis on devising strategies aimed at bolstering cooperation and fostering cultural exchange between the two amicable nations. The discussions revolved around the improvement of cultural exchange and training programs in diverse cultural fields, such as the film industry, culinary arts, the organization of visual arts exhibitions, the facilitation of artist residencies, and the sharing of expertise in documenting intangible cultural heritage and preserving historical sites.
