New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- India and Saudi Arabia look to deepen maritime ties by setting up a joint working group on shipping and logistics, the ministry of ports, shipping and waterways said on Wednesday. The move, announced after a high-level virtual meeting between ministers Sarbananda Sonowal and Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, marks a new chapter in the bilateral ties.

The Strategic Partnership Council, co-chaired by the leaders of both countries, will meet regularly to advance collaboration in ports, shipping and logistics.

"The creation of a joint working group is a significant step in taking forward our maritime relations. It reflects our shared vision to strengthen economic linkages, connectivity and sustainability across the maritime ...