Turkey's Erdogan Keen on Developing Economic Trade, Cooperation with Saudi Arabia

Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman meets Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan upon his arrival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, April 28, 2022. (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman meets Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan upon his arrival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, April 28, 2022. (SPA)
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Turkey's Erdogan Keen on Developing Economic Trade, Cooperation with Saudi Arabia

Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman meets Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan upon his arrival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, April 28, 2022. (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman meets Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan upon his arrival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, April 28, 2022. (SPA)

Turkish President Recep Tayyib Erdogan stated that his country and Saudi Arabia agreed to develop trade and economic cooperation.

Erdogan had paid a visit to the Kingdom on Thursday, his first in five years. He met with Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense.

In remarks to the press that was traveling with him, he described his two-day visit as "successful."

Erdogan said he conveyed to the Saudi leadership Turkish proposals in the defense industry and shifting it to production instead of consumption.

He stated that production could take place in Turkey or Saudi Arabia and even a third country.

"Turkey has the technology and Saudi Arabia has the capital," he remarked.

"We must move towards production and we hope the Islamic world will also be productive and open to new markets," he continued.

Moreover, Erdogan said talks in Saudi Arabia reviewed all aspects of bilateral relations with Turkey. He also exchanged views with officials on regional and international issues. They discussed the joint steps they can take to develop ties.

Erdogan reiterated Turkey's support to the security and stability of the Kingdom.

The stability of Turkey and the Arab Gulf are indivisible, he declared.

He told reporters that he discussed the importance of developing trade relations and overcoming customs obstacles. He stressed the need to boost investment and back new projects, adding that Turkey supports Saudi Arabia's bid to host Expo 2030

He expressed his confidence that his visit to the Kingdom would pave the way for a new chapter in relations between Riyadh and Ankara.

"We clearly voiced our joint desire to develop bilateral relations on the basis of mutual trust," he explained

"We are determined to forge ahead for the sake of our joint interests and the stability of the region," he remarked.

"We must embark on a new chapter with countries with whom we share similar ideas and beliefs. It is a period of making friends, not making enemies," he stated.



Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Its Commitment to Promoting Global Peace, Security

 Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Riyadh - SPA
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Riyadh - SPA
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Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Its Commitment to Promoting Global Peace, Security

 Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Riyadh - SPA
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Riyadh - SPA

Saudi Arabia's cabinet reaffirmed the Kingdom's commitment to promoting global peace and security and emphasized the importance of dialogue in resolving international crises. This came during Tuesday's session chaired by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the Cabinet session in Riyadh.
The Cabinet reviewed recent talks held by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud with leaders of several brotherly and friendly nations. The discussions, part of ongoing close relations and consultations, focused on various regional and international issues.
The Cabinet expressed gratitude to Russian President Vladimir Putin for his positive remarks, conveyed in a phone call with the Crown Prince, regarding Saudi Arabia's role in hosting fruitful talks between Russia and the United States.
Following the session, the Minister of State, Cabinet Member, and Acting Minister of Media, Dr. Essam bin Saad bin Saeed told the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) that the Cabinet reviewed the outcomes of Saudi Arabia's participation in recent regional and international meetings, part of the Kingdom's ongoing support for multilateral efforts that promote sustainable development, prosperity, and address shared global challenges.
The Cabinet expressed hope that the Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum will contribute to unifying efforts and developing innovative solutions for enhancing humanitarian response in light of increasing global disasters and crises. The Cabinet highlighted the Kingdom's longstanding commitment to providing aid and relief to those in need worldwide.
The Cabinet commended the success of the first annual global AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies, co-organized by Saudi Arabia and the International Monetary Fund. It highlighted the conference's strategic vision, which promotes international cooperation and paves the way for a promising global economic future.
Dr. Bin Saeed stated that the Cabinet deemed the Kingdom's presidency of the World Trade Organization's General Council (2025-2026) as confirmation of its international standing and leadership role in strengthening partnerships and achieving constructive outcomes toward a more efficient, sustainable, and inclusive global trading system.
The Cabinet also noted the broad international participation in the fourth Saudi Media Forum held in Riyadh and the launch of initiatives including programs to enhance media business incubators and accelerators, support financial and regulatory transformation, foster talent development, and adopt modern technologies.