Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan Hold Consultations to Enhance Bilateral Ties

During the consultations, the two sides discussed ways to further develop bilateral relations. Photo: Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs
During the consultations, the two sides discussed ways to further develop bilateral relations. Photo: Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan Hold Consultations to Enhance Bilateral Ties

During the consultations, the two sides discussed ways to further develop bilateral relations. Photo: Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs
During the consultations, the two sides discussed ways to further develop bilateral relations. Photo: Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The third round of political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia and Azerbaijan, led by Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Eng. Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji and Azerbaijani Deputy Foreign Minister Yalchin Rafiyev, were held in Riyadh on Monday.

During the consultations, both sides discussed ways to further develop and enhance bilateral relations in various fields. They also exchanged views on issues of mutual interest.

The meeting was attended by Nasser bin Awad Al-Ghannoum, Director General of the Asian General Administration, and Azerbaijan's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Shahin Abdullayev.



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Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques chairs cabinet session, January 7, 2025 - SPA
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques chairs cabinet session, January 7, 2025 - SPA
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Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Its Strong Condemnation of Israeli Occupation's Crimes against Palestinians

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques chairs cabinet session, January 7, 2025 - SPA
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques chairs cabinet session, January 7, 2025 - SPA

The Saudi Cabinet hailed the outcomes of recent discussions between senior Saudi officials and a high-level delegation from the new Syrian administration, and reiterated Saudi Arabia's unwavering commitment to Syria's security and stability, emphasizing the continuing provision of humanitarian and relief assistance to the Syrian people.

This came during the session held on Tuesday in Riyadh, chaired by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

According to SPA, Saudi Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary further said the Cabinet discussed the ongoing situation in the occupied Palestinian territories and international efforts to secure a lasting ceasefire in Gaza. It stressed the Kingdom's rejection and strong condemnation of the Israeli occupation authorities' crimes against the Palestinian people, which constitute grave violations of international and humanitarian law.
Also, the Cabinet reviewed the progress of various development programs, initiatives, and projects aimed at enhancing service delivery to citizens, residents, and visitors. These efforts focus on diversifying the economy, exploring new revenue streams, and maximizing the utilization of available resources and potential.