Saudi, Greek FMs Discuss Ways to Bolster Bilateral Ties

Prince Faisal with his Greek counterpart Nikos Dendias in Athens. (SPA)
Prince Faisal with his Greek counterpart Nikos Dendias in Athens. (SPA)
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Saudi, Greek FMs Discuss Ways to Bolster Bilateral Ties

Prince Faisal with his Greek counterpart Nikos Dendias in Athens. (SPA)
Prince Faisal with his Greek counterpart Nikos Dendias in Athens. (SPA)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah held talks in Athens on Tuesday with his Greek counterpart Nikos Dendias.

Discussions focused on bilateral relations and ways to bolster them in all fields.

They also tackled international and regional issues of interest.

They underlined the importance of the positive coordination between Riyadh and Athens over regional and international issues, ways to bolster security and stability and combat terrorism in the Middle East and world.

They exchanged views over the stumbling Vienna negotiations over Iran's nuclear deal.

They stressed the importance of supporting international efforts aimed at preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. They also stressed the need to confront Iran's violations of the deal that contradict its statements over the peacefulness of its nuclear program.

Prince Faisal and Dendias also discussed opportunities to develop economic and trade relations between Saudi Arabia and Greece in light of the Kingdom's Vision 2030.



Saudi Arabia to Host First Meeting of Arab Cybersecurity Ministers Council

The flag of Saudi Arabia. Asharq Al-Awsat
The flag of Saudi Arabia. Asharq Al-Awsat
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Saudi Arabia to Host First Meeting of Arab Cybersecurity Ministers Council

The flag of Saudi Arabia. Asharq Al-Awsat
The flag of Saudi Arabia. Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia, represented by the National Cybersecurity Authority, is set to host on Monday the inaugural meeting of the Arab Cybersecurity Ministers Council.

The meeting will be attended by ministers and officials responsible for cybersecurity in Arab League member states, alongside the organization’s Secretary General, Ahmed Aboul Gheit.

The agenda includes discussions on key topics of mutual interest, such as drafting the Arab cybersecurity strategy, organizing joint cybersecurity exercises, and reviewing working papers submitted by Arab League member states. These initiatives aim to foster enhanced cooperation in cybersecurity across the Arab region.

The Arab Cybersecurity Ministers Council, established following a proposal by Saudi Arabia and endorsed by all Arab countries, is tasked with formulating general policies, strategies, and priorities to advance joint Arab efforts in cybersecurity.

Its objectives include enhancing collaboration, coordinating efforts among Arab states on cybersecurity issues, sharing knowledge and expertise, and safeguarding member states' interests in international cybersecurity organizations. The council also seeks to develop a unified Arab stance on cybersecurity matters in international forums and contribute to creating a secure and trustworthy Arab cyberspace that promotes growth and prosperity for all member states.