Saudi Govt Praises Riyadh’s Suggestion to Host Arab-Islamic Follow-up Summit in Riyadh

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Govt Praises Riyadh’s Suggestion to Host Arab-Islamic Follow-up Summit in Riyadh

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)

The Saudi government hailed on Tuesday the support and endorsement of the Kingdom's proposal to hold a joint Arab-Islamic follow-up summit in Riyadh.

It hoped that the summit will result in decisions that help stop Israeli assault and protect the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the cabinet session that was held in Riyadh.

The Crown Prince briefed the ministers on the message sent by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia.

He briefed them on the details of his meeting with King Abdullah II of Jordan earlier on Tuesday, which focused on expressing unwavering support for Palestine and Lebanon and continuing to provide humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of the people there.

Crown Prince Mohammed briefed the cabinet on his recent official visit to Egypt, including his discussions with President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. The leaders discussed the strong bilateral relations and the shared commitment to boost cooperation between their countries.

The cabinet hoped the newly formed Saudi-Egyptian Supreme Coordination Council, led by the Crown Prince and Sisi, and the investment protection agreement reached by the two sides, will significantly strengthen relations and expand cooperation, to mutual benefit.

Furthermore, the cabinet reviewed the Crown Prince's participation in the European-Gulf Cooperation Council Summit in Brussels last week, highlighting the productive meetings and expanded cooperation opportunities.

It welcomed the Kingdom's hosting of the 2026 EU-GCC Summit, hoping it will further strengthen relations between the two sides, building on King Salman's vision of bolstering Gulf cooperation through strategic international partnerships.

The cabinet welcomed eleven countries’ joining of the Middle East Green Initiative, hoping more will follow to achieve the ambitious climate change goals of the initiative.

It emphasized that the Kingdom’s hosting of the 27th World Energy Congress in 2026 highlights the significant role it plays in the energy sector and reflects its leadership in advancing energy transitions and adopting pioneering initiatives to achieve a more prosperous and sustainable future for all.

The cabinet commended the decisions taken during the 35th session of the Council of Arab Ministers Responsible for the Environment, including boosting joint efforts, granting Riyadh the title of Arab Environment Capital for two years, and bestowing the Environmental Excellence Award on the public sector for the Saudi Green Initiative.

The cabinet stressed its support for the joint statement issued by the Aligned for Advancing Lifesaving and Peace in Sudan Group and reiterated the Kingdom's steadfast commitment to preserving the security, safety, and stability of Sudan.



Saudi Arabia Implemented $7.1-Billion-Worth Projects to Support Children

KSrelief has implemented 3,117 projects across 105 countries, totaling over $7.1 billion. SPA
KSrelief has implemented 3,117 projects across 105 countries, totaling over $7.1 billion. SPA
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Saudi Arabia Implemented $7.1-Billion-Worth Projects to Support Children

KSrelief has implemented 3,117 projects across 105 countries, totaling over $7.1 billion. SPA
KSrelief has implemented 3,117 projects across 105 countries, totaling over $7.1 billion. SPA

Saudi Arabia actively marks World Children's Day, observed on November 20 every year, through a range of projects and initiatives carried out by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), which is dedicated to supporting children and promoting their well-being worldwide.

Since its establishment, KSrelief has implemented 3,117 projects across 105 countries, totaling over $7.1 billion. Among these, 965 projects were valued at over $924 million, specifically focusing on enhancing the living conditions of children and their families, alleviating their suffering and ensuring access to education in safe and healthy environments.

One significant project by the center is the rehabilitation and reintegration of children recruited and affected by the armed conflict in Yemen, which aims to support child soldiers in their journey back to society.

The project has positively impacted 530 children and 60,560 family members. It entails facilitating the children's integration into their communities, enrolling them in schools, and offering vital psychological and social support through targeted training courses, helping them to lead normal, fulfilling lives.
KSrelief is a key supporter of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), significantly contributing to the delivery of health services and nutrition programs for newborns and their mothers. The center also plays a crucial role in supporting educational initiatives and ensuring the continuity of education in crisis and disaster-affected areas.