Saudi Vice FM Receives US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Other Diplomats

Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji received US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Michael Ratney. (SPA)
Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji received US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Michael Ratney. (SPA)
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Saudi Vice FM Receives US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Other Diplomats

Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji received US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Michael Ratney. (SPA)
Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji received US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Michael Ratney. (SPA)

Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Eng. Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji received in Riyadh the US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Michael Ratney, with whom he reviewed relations between the two countries, ways to boost ties, and regional and international developments, the Saudi Press Agency said on Sunday.
El-Khereiji also met separately with the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Saudi Arabia Oraz Charyyev, with whom he discussed relations and means to bolster them, as well as topics of common interest.
He also held talks with Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Chen Weiqing, who bid farewell upon the conclusion of his term in the Kingdom.
El-Khereiji commended Weiqing's efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and wished him the best in his future endeavors.



Saudi Arabia Signs Board of Peace Founding Charter

The Saudi side signing of the charter reaffirms the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting the Board of Peace’s mission - SPA
The Saudi side signing of the charter reaffirms the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting the Board of Peace’s mission - SPA
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Saudi Arabia Signs Board of Peace Founding Charter

The Saudi side signing of the charter reaffirms the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting the Board of Peace’s mission - SPA
The Saudi side signing of the charter reaffirms the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting the Board of Peace’s mission - SPA

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah signed on Thursday the founding charter of the Board of Peace in the presence of US President Donald Trump and leaders and representatives of a number of countries, welcoming the establishment of the board.

The signing took place during the board’s launch ceremony on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, Switzerland, SPA reported.

The foreign minister's signing of the charter comes in welcome of the peace efforts led by the US president.

It reaffirms the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting the Board of Peace’s mission as a transitional body to end the conflict in the Gaza Strip, as endorsed by UN Security Council Resolution No. 2803.

This also reflects support for the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip and efforts toward a just and lasting peace, paving the way for enhanced security and stability for the countries and peoples of the region.


MWL Condemns Terrorist Bombing in Afghanistan’s Capital

The Muslim World League (MWL) logo
The Muslim World League (MWL) logo
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MWL Condemns Terrorist Bombing in Afghanistan’s Capital

The Muslim World League (MWL) logo
The Muslim World League (MWL) logo

The Muslim World League (MWL) condemned on Thursday the terrorist bombing at a restaurant in Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul that left several killed and wounded, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

In a statement issued by the General Secretariat, MWL Secretary-General and Organization of Muslim Scholars Chairman Sheikh Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa reaffirmed the MWL’s firm stance rejecting violence and terrorism in all forms and under any pretext.

He expressed solidarity with Afghanistan in confronting all threats to its security, stability, and the safety of its people.

Al-Issa expressed the MWL’s sincere condolences to the Afghan people and the families of the victims.


Saudi Foreign Minister Meets with British, French Counterparts

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Middle East)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Middle East)
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Saudi Foreign Minister Meets with British, French Counterparts

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Middle East)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (Middle East)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah held separate meetings with his counterparts from the UK and France on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, the Saudi Press Agency reported Wednesday.

He met with Yvette Cooper, the United Kingdom Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs where they reviewed bilateral relations and the latest regional developments, as well as joint efforts to address them.

The Saudi minister also held talks with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot. Discussions highlighted the latest regional developments and joint efforts aimed at achieving security and stability in the region.