Saudi Govt: Palestinian Cause at Top of Kingdom’s Priorities

King Salman chairs a cabinet meeting in Neom. (SPA)
King Salman chairs a cabinet meeting in Neom. (SPA)
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Saudi Govt: Palestinian Cause at Top of Kingdom’s Priorities

King Salman chairs a cabinet meeting in Neom. (SPA)
King Salman chairs a cabinet meeting in Neom. (SPA)

The Saudi cabinet reiterated on Tuesday its commitment to adopting peace as a strategic choice in resolving the Palestinian-Israeli conflict through

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman chaired the cabinet meeting that was held virtually from Neom.

The ministers underscored the Kingdom’s keenness on the unity, sovereignty and safety of Arab territories, rejecting any attempts to destabilize the region.

The Palestinian cause will remain at the top of Saudi Arabia’s priorities, stressed the cabinet. It will continue to stand by the Palestinian people to reach a fair and comprehensive solution based on international resolutions and the 2002 Arab peace initiative.

The ministers also tackled unprecedented investment opportunities available in the Kingdom that are a result of the ongoing pursuit to implement Vision 2030 and efforts to establish a unique investment environment with structural reforms that are attractive to investors.

They highlighted the giant leaps Saudi Arabia has achieved in international indices as it remains abreast the rapid development in several sectors and businesses.

The ministers underscored the efforts exerted by King Salman and his management of plans to develop the capital, Riyadh, dating back to the time when he was governor of the city.

The cabinet addressed the strategy aimed at developing the capital that was unveiled by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. The strategy aims to develop Riyadh into one of the top ten economic cities in the world as part of the Kingdom’s diversification plan.

The cabinet also tackled the latest local and international developments related to the coronavirus pandemic. They stressed the need for the continued adoption of preventive measures to ensure the safety and health of citizens and residents.



Saudi FM Discusses Tensions with His Indian, Pakistani Counterparts

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan.
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Saudi FM Discusses Tensions with His Indian, Pakistani Counterparts

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan.

Saudi Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, held separate telephone calls on Saturday with his Indian and Pakistani counterparts where discussions focused on de-escalating military tensions between the two countries.

During his telephone talks with India’s External Affairs Minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, and Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar., the Saudi minister reaffirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to regional security and stability, emphasizing its strong and balanced relations with both friendly nations.

In relation, Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel al-Jubeir visited India and Pakistan on May 8 and 9, following directives from the Saudi leadership in a diplomatic effort aimed at defusing tensions between the two countries.

In a statement on Friday, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the visit is part of the Kingdom’s broader initiative to de-escalate tension, end ongoing military confrontations, and promote dialogue and diplomatic channels as a means to resolve disputes between the two nations.

Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received al-Jubeir in Islamabad on Thursday. The two discussed the recent developments in the region, underscoring the importance of diplomatic channels and peaceful solutions to ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan.

Shahbaz expressed his deep appreciation for the efforts of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Pakistan’s government said in a statement, praising the positive fraternal relations between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.

Al-Jubeir had on Wednesday met in New Delhi with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. In a post on X, the Indian Prime Minister described the meeting as “productive”.

On April 30, Saudi Arabia expressed concern about the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan.

In an official statement, the Kingdom urged the two countries to defuse tensions and resolve the disputes through diplomatic means.