In a surprising turn of events, Saudi Arabia’s de facto leader, Mohammed bin Salman, received a warm greeting from President Biden at the Group of 20 summit in New Delhi. This marked a significant shift from their previous encounter, where Biden awkwardly fist bumped the crown prince. The leaders gathered at the summit to announce a groundbreaking plan to create a rail and shipping corridor connecting India with the Middle East and Europe. As the announcement concluded, Biden smiled and shook hands with Bin Salman, also known as MBS. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined in by placing his hand over theirs.
This friendly interaction contrasted sharply with their previous meeting in Saudi Arabia, where Biden’s fist bump was widely criticized by human rights activists. The Crown Prince has faced heavy scrutiny for his involvement in human rights violations, particularly the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. Despite Biden’s initial reluctance to engage with Prince Mohammed, various geopolitical factors, such as concerns over Iran’s nuclear plans and the oil market’s volatility, have led to a recognition by the Biden administration of the prince’s influence in the region. This shift has allowed for a more open dialogue between the two leaders.
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