Bahraini-Jordanian Summit Discusses Regional, Int’l Developments

A handout picture released by the Jordanian Royal Palace on November 22, 2021 Jordan's King Abdullah II (L) received by Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa (R) upon his arrival at the Sakhir Air Base. (Photo by Yousef ALLAN / Jordanian Royal Palace / AFP)
A handout picture released by the Jordanian Royal Palace on November 22, 2021 Jordan's King Abdullah II (L) received by Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa (R) upon his arrival at the Sakhir Air Base. (Photo by Yousef ALLAN / Jordanian Royal Palace / AFP)
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Bahraini-Jordanian Summit Discusses Regional, Int’l Developments

A handout picture released by the Jordanian Royal Palace on November 22, 2021 Jordan's King Abdullah II (L) received by Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa (R) upon his arrival at the Sakhir Air Base. (Photo by Yousef ALLAN / Jordanian Royal Palace / AFP)
A handout picture released by the Jordanian Royal Palace on November 22, 2021 Jordan's King Abdullah II (L) received by Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa (R) upon his arrival at the Sakhir Air Base. (Photo by Yousef ALLAN / Jordanian Royal Palace / AFP)

Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Jordan’s King Abdullah II discussed on Monday at the Sakhir Air Base in Manama the latest regional and international developments.

They stressed the need to continue to coordinate and consult on issues of mutual concern, mainly the Palestinian cause.

The two leaders noted the centrality of the Palestinian cause, calling for stepping up efforts to reach a just and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution, as a strategic option to end the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.

In addition, the two monarchs stressed the need to work to stop foreign interference in regional affairs and to enhance bilateral cooperation to stabilize the region and protect international navigation in the Arabian Gulf from any threats that affect the movement of global trade.

The talks also covered the latest developments in Syria, with King Abdullah reiterating his country’s support for efforts to preserve the country’s sovereignty, stability, territorial integrity, and the unity of its people.



Saudi Govt Discusses Efforts to Bolster Global Economic Growth

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Jeddah on Tuesday. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chairs the cabinet meeting in Jeddah on Tuesday. (SPA)
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Saudi Govt Discusses Efforts to Bolster Global Economic Growth

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

The Saudi government reviewed on Tuesday the Kingdom's ongoing efforts and contributions at the international level to support multilateral action and bolster global economic growth. This includes continued cooperation and coordination with producers within the OPEC+ group to maintain stability in oil markets.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Jeddah on Tuesday.

He briefed the cabinet on the discussions he held with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and the telephone call he received from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

The cabinet praised the outcomes of the first meeting of the Saudi-Indonesian Supreme Coordination Council, which reflected the strength of bilateral relations and the mutual keenness to elevate them to broader horizons.

It welcomed the signing of agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) between private-sector entities in both countries, covering clean energy, petrochemical industries, and aviation fuel services, contributing to the shared ambition of establishing an advanced economic partnership.

The cabinet welcomed the Kingdom's hosting of the 21st general conference of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), scheduled to be held in Riyadh in November. The conference aims to develop joint solutions to challenges related to sustainable industrialization, innovation, and technological transformation.

Moreover, the cabinet praised the unanimous adoption by the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) of a resolution submitted by Saudi Arabia to protect children in the digital space, stemming from the “Child Protection in Cyberspace” global initiative launched by the Crown Prince.

The move reinforces the initiative's international goals and reflects the Kingdom’s vision through practical steps toward a safe and inclusive digital environment for this age group.

The cabinet highlighted Saudi Arabia's continued ranking in the top position in the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook’s cybersecurity indicator for 2025, noting that the achievement adds to the series of successes the sector has accomplished in record time across various international levels. It noted the sector’s successes in supporting technological prosperity, localization of priority technologies, and enhancement of international cooperation.

Additionally, Saudi Arabia ranked first globally in the ICT Development Index 2025 issued by the UN International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The achievement confirms the robustness of the Kingdom’s smart digital infrastructure, its attractive investment environment, and the growth of its local digital economy, which has reached SAR495 billion.

The cabinet hailed ongoing successes in combating drug trafficking, including the arrest of criminal networks involved in the trafficking of narcotics and psychotropic substances in Saudi Arabia. It underscored the continuous security and preventive efforts aimed at protecting the community from this serious issue.