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Saudi Arabia, South Korea Boost Ties with Several Agreements

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol at the official reception (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol at the official reception (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia, South Korea Boost Ties with Several Agreements

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol at the official reception (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol at the official reception (SPA)

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz received South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol where discussions focused on the bilateral ties and efforts to promote cooperation in various sectors.

The talks culminated in the signing of several bilateral agreements and memorandums of understanding (MoUs) in various fields.

An official reception ceremony was held in honor of the Korean President at al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh.

The two leaders held an extensive meeting and a session of official talks. They explored opportunities to utilize the available resources in both countries to achieve mutual benefits.

They also discussed regional and international developments and issues of common interest.

The Crown Prince and the Korean President attended the signing ceremony of several bilateral agreements and MoUs between the two countries, including a draft MoU regarding establishing the Strategic Partnership Council between the two governments.

The deals also included the Hydrogen Oasis Initiative for cooperation in green and clean hydrogen and a deal to mutually exempt holders of diplomatic, private, and official passports from short-stay visa requirements.

A joint statistical cooperation program between the General Authority for Statistics of Saudi Arabia and Statistics Korea (KOSTAT) was also signed, as well as a MoU between the Saudi Food and Drug Authority and the Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety to strengthen cooperation in the fields of food and medical products.

The meetings were attended by Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, Minister of State and Member of the Cabinet Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd, Minister of Sports Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal, Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, Minister of National Guard Prince Abdullah bin Bandar, Foreign Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, along with several Saudi ministers and the accompanying delegation of the Korean President.

President Yoon Suk Yeol and his delegation arrived in Riyadh Saturday evening on a state visit to the Kingdom.

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Saudi Arabia Launches Global Alliance to Establish Two-State Solution

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan during the ministerial meeting on the Palestinian issue and peace efforts (Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan during the ministerial meeting on the Palestinian issue and peace efforts (Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
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Saudi Arabia Launches Global Alliance to Establish Two-State Solution

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan during the ministerial meeting on the Palestinian issue and peace efforts (Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan during the ministerial meeting on the Palestinian issue and peace efforts (Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan announced on Thursday on behalf of the Arab and Islamic countries and European partners, the launch of a new Global Alliance dedicated to advancing the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The "Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution" initiative was announced during Prince Faisal's speech at the ministerial meeting on the Palestinian cause, held on the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
In his speech, Prince Faisal emphasized that the war on Gaza triggered a humanitarian disaster, alongside the serious violations committed by the Israeli occupation forces in the West Bank, and the threat to the Al-Aqsa Mosque and religious sanctities, further entrenching the policies of occupation and violent extremism.
“Self-defense can never justify the killing of tens of thousands of civilians, the systematic destruction, forced displacement, and the use of starvation as a tool of war, incitement, dehumanization, and the systematic torture in its most horrific forms, including sexual violence and other documented crimes according to United Nations reports," said the Saudi Minister.
He added, pointing to Israel’s escalation in Lebanon: “These days we are witnessing a serious rise in tension affecting our sister the Republic of Lebanon and poses a significant risk of igniting a regional war, threatening both our region and the world at large."
Demanding an immediate end to the ongoing war and all violations of international law, he said that those obstructing the peace process must be held accountable.
"We question the credibility and legitimacy of the global system when we stand powerless to stop the machinery of war, while some persist in selectively applying international law in blatant violation of the most basic standards of equality, freedom, and human rights," he said.
The Minister emphasized that the establishment of an independent Palestinian state is an inherent right and a fundamental basis for peace, rather than a final outcome to be negotiated within an elusive political process.
“We affirm our appreciation for the countries that have recently recognized Palestine, and we urge all nations to show the courage to make the same decision and join the international consensus represented by the 149 countries that recognize Palestine," he stated.
“Implementing the two-state solution is the best way to break the cycle of conflict and suffering, creating a new reality where the entire region, including Israel, can enjoy security and coexistence," Prince Faisal underscored.
He concluded his speech expressing hopes to ending this conflict and safeguarding international security and peace.
“We invite all nations to join this initiative, assuring you that we will spare no effort in creating a credible and irreversible pathway toward a just and comprehensive peace," Prince Faisal said.