Saudi Arabia, Qatar Affirm Aspects of Further Bolstering Bilateral Ties

Saudi FM and his Qatari counterpart co-chairing the meeting of the Executive Committee of the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council in Riyadh. (Saudi Foreign Ministry)
Saudi FM and his Qatari counterpart co-chairing the meeting of the Executive Committee of the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council in Riyadh. (Saudi Foreign Ministry)
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Saudi Arabia, Qatar Affirm Aspects of Further Bolstering Bilateral Ties

Saudi FM and his Qatari counterpart co-chairing the meeting of the Executive Committee of the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council in Riyadh. (Saudi Foreign Ministry)
Saudi FM and his Qatari counterpart co-chairing the meeting of the Executive Committee of the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council in Riyadh. (Saudi Foreign Ministry)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani co-chaired the meeting of the Executive Committee of the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council in Riyadh on Sunday.
The two sides discussed various aspects of further enhancing bilateral ties and cooperation in various fields.
In a speech he delivered at the onset of the meeting, Prince Faisal welcomed Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani and his accompanying delegation to Saudi Arabia.
He said the meeting is being convened to discuss aspects of further strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries to achieve the aspirations of the leaderships and peoples of the two countries, and promote relations towards broader horizons.
Prince Faisal said that the leaderships of the two countries consider the Coordination Council as a platform to consolidate fraternal relations in a way that achieves the Visions 2030 of both Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
The Qatari prime minister praised the distinguished efforts made by the committees emanating from the Council in updating the list of initiatives, and introducing measurable and implementable milestones.
He said the meeting is a milestone in the process of developing and deepening bilateral ties between the two countries, and an affirmation of their commitment to working in accordance with the directives of the leaders of both countries.
He expressed his aspiration to accomplish and implement everything as planned.
“Today we witness the fruition of great efforts exerted by heads of the committees, their teams, liaison officers and the General Secretariat team since the onset of the eighth session of the Qatari-Saudi Coordination Council. This session is responsible for many files of joint cooperation that we eagerly seek to complete and continue the work pace with momentum to achieve the desired goals”, the Qatari PM said.
He assured commitment to continue joint efforts in a way that meets the aspirations of the leadership of the two countries and their peoples.



Pakistan Supports Saudi Arabia, Welcomes Regional Efforts to De-escalate Situation in Yemen

The Pakistani flag is seen in Islamabad.  AP file photo
The Pakistani flag is seen in Islamabad. AP file photo
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Pakistan Supports Saudi Arabia, Welcomes Regional Efforts to De-escalate Situation in Yemen

The Pakistani flag is seen in Islamabad.  AP file photo
The Pakistani flag is seen in Islamabad. AP file photo

Pakistan has confirmed its support for Yemen’s unity and territorial integrity, and for all efforts aimed at achieving lasting peace and stability in the country.

The Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement issued Wednesday that Pakistan strongly opposes any unilateral actions taken by any Yemeni party that escalate the situation, undermine peace efforts, and threaten peace and stability in Yemen and the region.

The statement said Pakistan welcomes regional efforts to de-escalate the situation and maintain peace and stability in Yemen, expresses its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, and reaffirms its commitment to the Kingdom’s security.

It added that Pakistan maintains its strong support for resolving the Yemen issue through dialogue and diplomacy, and hopes that the Yemeni people and regional powers will work together to reach a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the issue and safeguard regional stability.


Saudi-Palestinian Discussions Focus on Gaza, the West Bank

The Saudi Foreign Minister met on Wednesday in Riyadh with Vice President of the State of Palestine and Vice Chairman of the PLO's Executive Committee. SPA
The Saudi Foreign Minister met on Wednesday in Riyadh with Vice President of the State of Palestine and Vice Chairman of the PLO's Executive Committee. SPA
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Saudi-Palestinian Discussions Focus on Gaza, the West Bank

The Saudi Foreign Minister met on Wednesday in Riyadh with Vice President of the State of Palestine and Vice Chairman of the PLO's Executive Committee. SPA
The Saudi Foreign Minister met on Wednesday in Riyadh with Vice President of the State of Palestine and Vice Chairman of the PLO's Executive Committee. SPA

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met on Wednesday in Riyadh with Vice President of the State of Palestine and Vice Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) Hussein Al Sheikh.

During the meeting, they discussed developments in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including the dire humanitarian conditions facing Gaza residents, ongoing Israeli violations of the ceasefire, and Israeli escalation in the West Bank. They stressed the importance of the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid.

The two sides also underlined the need for the release of Palestinian Authority funds, the protection of the Palestinian banking system, and commitment to implementing the comprehensive peace plan put forward by US President Donald Trump.

The meeting highlighted Saudi Arabia’s support for the reform program launched by Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and praised the efforts of the US president.

The two sides affirmed the importance of connecting Gaza to the West Bank and continuing efforts, in coordination with brotherly countries and international partners, to ensure the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, including the realization of an independent state with East Jerusalem as its capital.

The meeting was attended by Advisor to the Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Prince Musab bin Mohammed Al Farhan and Minister Plenipotentiary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Manal Radwan.


Saudi Arabia Stresses Support for Somalia’s Sovereignty

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. SPA
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. SPA
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Saudi Arabia Stresses Support for Somalia’s Sovereignty

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. SPA
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. SPA

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call on Wednesday from Somali Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Abdisalam Abdi Ali.

Discussions stressed the importance of preserving the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Somalia and addressed regional developments and other issues of mutual concern.