Iran Ready to Resume Talks with Kuwait Over al-Durra Field

The Iranian ambassador to Kuwait announced that Tehran is ready to resume negotiations with Kuwait over al-Durra gas field
The Iranian ambassador to Kuwait announced that Tehran is ready to resume negotiations with Kuwait over al-Durra gas field
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Iran Ready to Resume Talks with Kuwait Over al-Durra Field

The Iranian ambassador to Kuwait announced that Tehran is ready to resume negotiations with Kuwait over al-Durra gas field
The Iranian ambassador to Kuwait announced that Tehran is ready to resume negotiations with Kuwait over al-Durra gas field

The Iranian ambassador to Kuwait announced that Tehran is ready to resume negotiations with Kuwait over al-Durra gas field, which Tehran names as the Arash field.

Earlier, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait called on Iran's side to engage in negotiations to determine the eastern boundary of the Submerged Divided Zone.

In a joint statement, the two countries said they had previously invited Iran for negotiations, but calls were not met.

The Iranian ambassador to Kuwait, Mohammad Irani, said his country is ready to resume the talks that started about a decade ago with Kuwait on the gas field located in the offshore divided zone between Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.

He said that Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian had recently consulted with his Kuwaiti counterpart Sheikh Ahmed Nasser Al-Sabah on the issue.

Irani also said that the official spokesman of the Iranian Foreign Ministry had also announced that Iran is ready to resume talks with Kuwait on the matter.

The ambassador said that the bilateral relations between Iran and Kuwait are at the highest level, and this positive atmosphere lays the ground for discussion and consultation regarding the gas field and reaching a solution.

Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, acting as a single negotiating party, renewed a call on Iran to delimitate the eastern boundary, affirming their right to exploit the natural resources in the field.

Earlier, Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Ahmed Nasser Al-Mohammed Al Sabah said that Iran was not a party to the al-Durra field, which is "purely Kuwaiti-Saudi."

He noted that only Kuwait and Saudi Arabia enjoyed investment rights in this field under previously ratified bilateral agreements.

Saudi Arabia and Kuwait signed a document to develop the offshore gas field, which is expected to produce 1 billion cubic feet per day of gas and 84,000 barrels per day of condensate.



Saudi Govt Underscores Importance of Respecting Syria’s Sovereignty, Independence

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Govt Underscores Importance of Respecting Syria’s Sovereignty, Independence

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)

The Saudi government underscored on Tuesday the importance of respecting Syria’s sovereignty and independence, reiterating its statement at the extraordinary meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Ministerial Council.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh.

The government also rejected foreign interference in Syria’s internal affairs, renewed support for the Palestinian people and urged the need for a ceasefire in Gaza.

The cabinet was briefed on Saudi Arabia’s talks with friendly nations over the past week, including the message received by King Salman from Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The cabinet discussed regional and international developments, and emphasized the Kingdom's continuous efforts to foster cooperation through bilateral relations, and its membership in multilateral organizations and groups. All its efforts aim to address global challenges, promote security, and advance prosperity in the region and beyond.

Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary expressed the cabinet's strong condemnation of the ongoing violations against the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. It unequivocally rejected and condemned any attempt at altering Jerusalem's historical and legal status, calling on the international community to hold the Israeli authorities accountable for the grave violations against innocent civilians and Islamic holy sites in Palestine.

Moreover, the cabinet highlighted Saudi Arabia’s latest economic assistance to Yemen, saying it reflects the Kingdom's commitment to stability in the country and helping the Yemeni people.

The support aims to strengthen Yemen's economic, financial, and monetary foundations, build the capacity of government institutions, and empower the private sector to drive sustainable growth and create job opportunities.

The cabinet reviewed the performance indicators of several key economic sectors in the Kingdom, and commended the significant growth of the non-profit sector, which plays a crucial role in supporting healthcare, education, research, and other vital areas, in line with Saudi Vision 2030 goals.