Saudi Arabia, China Discuss Joint Cooperation

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, receives China’s Prime Minister Li Qiang in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, receives China’s Prime Minister Li Qiang in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia, China Discuss Joint Cooperation

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, receives China’s Prime Minister Li Qiang in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, receives China’s Prime Minister Li Qiang in Riyadh on Wednesday. (SPA)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, received in Riyadh on Wednesday China’s Prime Minister Li Qiang for talks on the regional and international developments.

They also chaired the fourth High-Level Saudi-Chinese Committee meeting.

Officials tackled cooperation between Riyadh and Beijing, especially on the political and security levels.

They discussed opportunities for trade and cooperation in the energy, investment, culture and technology sectors.

Crown Prince Mohammed later threw a luncheon banquet in honor of his guest.



Saudi Arabia Reiterates Strong Support for Sudan

Men and Sudanese army soldiers carry bags of food supplies to help people stranded in an inundated area in Tokar in the Red Sea State, following recent heavy flooding in eastern Sudan, on September 5, 2024. (AFP)
Men and Sudanese army soldiers carry bags of food supplies to help people stranded in an inundated area in Tokar in the Red Sea State, following recent heavy flooding in eastern Sudan, on September 5, 2024. (AFP)
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Saudi Arabia Reiterates Strong Support for Sudan

Men and Sudanese army soldiers carry bags of food supplies to help people stranded in an inundated area in Tokar in the Red Sea State, following recent heavy flooding in eastern Sudan, on September 5, 2024. (AFP)
Men and Sudanese army soldiers carry bags of food supplies to help people stranded in an inundated area in Tokar in the Red Sea State, following recent heavy flooding in eastern Sudan, on September 5, 2024. (AFP)

Saudi Arabia reiterated on Tuesday its unwavering support for Sudan and its people.

Speaking at the 57th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, the Kingdom’s permanent representative to the UN international organizations in Geneva, Ambassador Abdulmohsen bin Majed bin Khothaila emphasized the need to protect Sudan and its people from further destruction and the worsening humanitarian situation.

He stressed the importance of adhering to the protection of civilians and aid workers and ensuring the safety of humanitarian corridors for the delivery of essential aid.

Saudi Arabia urged the prioritization of the interests of the people and halting of the conflict to safeguard state institutions and lead Sudan to safety.

Saudi Arabia pointed to its hosting of the Jeddah talks between the parties involved in the Sudanese crisis and underscored its commitment to achieving a cessation of hostilities through political dialogue.

Furthermore, it called on the international community to commit to protecting Sudan and its people and working to restore security and stability, welcoming international efforts and initiatives aimed at achieving peace in the country.