Military, Security Agreement between Riyadh and London

Crown Prince, UK Defense Secretary Review Bilateral Relations and Sign Agreement for Military and Security Cooperation. SPA photo
Crown Prince, UK Defense Secretary Review Bilateral Relations and Sign Agreement for Military and Security Cooperation. SPA photo
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Military, Security Agreement between Riyadh and London

Crown Prince, UK Defense Secretary Review Bilateral Relations and Sign Agreement for Military and Security Cooperation. SPA photo
Crown Prince, UK Defense Secretary Review Bilateral Relations and Sign Agreement for Military and Security Cooperation. SPA photo

Saudi Arabia and Britain have signed a framework agreement for military and security cooperation.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Premier and Minister of Defense signed the agreement on Tuesday with UK’s Defense Secretary Michael Fallon.

The Crown Prince met with Fallon in Jeddah.

During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations between the two countries, particularly the mechanism of joint coordination in the field of defense. They also discussed the latest developments in the region and efforts to combat terrorism.

The Crown Prince also held separate talks on Tuesday with former Turkish President Abdullah Gul.

During the audience, they reviewed a number of issues of mutual concern.



Saudi King Appoints Dr. Majid Al-Fayyad as Advisor to the Saudi Royal Court

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
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Saudi King Appoints Dr. Majid Al-Fayyad as Advisor to the Saudi Royal Court

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

In a royal order issued on Wednesday, Saudi Arabia's King Salman appointed Dr. Majid Al-Fayyad as an advisor to the Saudi Royal Court.

The royal decree was based on the Basic Law of Governance and the system of ministers, deputy ministers and employees of the excellent rank.

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques called on ministers and relevant authorities to adopt the decree.