Saudi King: Addressing Challenges Facing Youth is a G20 Priority

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
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Saudi King: Addressing Challenges Facing Youth is a G20 Priority

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

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, has stressed that addressing the challenges that the youth are facing, and protecting their jobs, especially in light of the coronavirus pandemic, remains at the forefront of the G20's priorities.

On behalf of King Salman, Minister of Education Dr. Hamad bin Mohammed Al Al-Sheikh received on Saturday a copy of the final communique of the Youth (Y20) Summit, which was held virtually on October 15-17.

The minister delivered the King’s speech, in which he affirmed the G20 Saudi Presidency's keenness to hear the recommendations of Y20.

He pointed out to the exceptional attention being paid by the G20 leaders to discuss policies on youth, their education and their work as they are the true energy of the future.

He also revealed that addressing the challenges facing them and protecting their jobs, especially in light of the current circumstances, remains at the forefront of the G20's priorities and at the top of its concerns.



Saudi Crown Prince, European Leaders Discuss Regional Escalation

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
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Saudi Crown Prince, European Leaders Discuss Regional Escalation

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a phone call on Sunday from French President Emmanuel Macron.

During the call, the two leaders discussed the latest regional developments, including the repercussions of the Israeli attack on and the US targeting of Iranian nuclear facilities earlier Sunday.

The Crown Prince reaffirmed the Kingdom’s firm position, calling for the utmost restraint, the avoidance of escalation, and the resolution of all differences through diplomatic means.

The Saudi Crown Prince also received a phone call from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

Durincg the call, they discussed the latest developments in the region, and stressed the importance of restraint and de-escalation.