King of Spain, Saudi FM Discuss Means to Bolster Bilateral Ties

King Felipe VI of Spain meets with Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah in Madrid. (Saudi Foreign Ministry)
King Felipe VI of Spain meets with Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah in Madrid. (Saudi Foreign Ministry)
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King of Spain, Saudi FM Discuss Means to Bolster Bilateral Ties

King Felipe VI of Spain meets with Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah in Madrid. (Saudi Foreign Ministry)
King Felipe VI of Spain meets with Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah in Madrid. (Saudi Foreign Ministry)

King Felipe VI of Spain held talks in Madrid on Monday with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah.

Discussions focused on means to strengthen bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and Spain.

They also covered opportunities for cooperation in various fields.

Prince Faisal earlier met his Spanish counterpart Jose Manuel Albares for talks on the bonds of friendship and cooperation between their countries.

They tackled efforts to deepen cooperation in various fields and means to strengthen joint coordination to achieve common interests. They also reviewed regional and international developments.

While in Madrid, Prince Faisal took part in a panel discussion under the title "Towards New Horizons for the Foreign Policy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia", organized by the Royal Institute for International and Strategic Studies (El Cano), tweeted the Saudi Foreign Ministry.

Prince Faisal touched on Saudi-Spanish relations and their role in laying the foundations for global security and stability, many issues of common interest, and ways to boost bilateral relations that bring together their countries

He presented a number of Saudi issues and affairs, giving an explanation of Saudi Vision 2030 and the tremendous change that has taken place on all levels in recent years.

He cited the Kingdom's efforts to protect the planet, including the Saudi Green and Green Middle East initiatives, announced by Crown Prince and Deputy Prime Minister, Mohammed bin Salman.

He discussed with the participants a number of issues around the world, foremost of which is the Saudi initiative to end the Yemeni crisis and reach a comprehensive political solution that includes a comprehensive ceasefire under the supervision of the United Nations.

He noted the positive impact of the formation of the Yemeni Presidential Command Council, highlighting the aspirations of the Kingdom and the rest of the countries in the region and the world for the Yemeni people to enjoy a prosperous and stable future.

Prince Faisal also underscored the importance of calling on the international community to confront the terrorist militias backed by Iran, which pose a real danger to the people of the region and the world.

On the Ukraine crisis, he stressed the Kingdom's support for everything that helps in easing the escalation, protecting civilians, and reaching negotiated political solutions between the warring parties, and all international efforts to resolve the crisis politically.



Saudi Crown Prince Receives Message on Bilateral Ties from President of Kazakhstan

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA file)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA file)
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Saudi Crown Prince Receives Message on Bilateral Ties from President of Kazakhstan

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA file)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister. (SPA file)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received on Tuesday a written message from President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on bilateral relations between their two countries.

The message was received by Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah during a meeting with his Kazakh counterpart Yermek Kosherbayev in Riyadh.


Princes and Officials Take Oath Before Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and other officials are seen during the ceremony in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and other officials are seen during the ceremony in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)
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Princes and Officials Take Oath Before Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and other officials are seen during the ceremony in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and other officials are seen during the ceremony in Riyadh on Tuesday. (SPA)

Princes and officials appointed by royal orders to their new positions took the oath of office before Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in Riyadh on Tuesday.

They included Deputy Governor of Al-Baha Region Prince Fahd bin Saad bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki; Member of the Shura Council Prince Dr. Saad bin Saud bin Mohammed bin Abdulaziz; Deputy Governor of Madinah Region Prince Saud bin Nahar bin Saud; Deputy Governor of Northern Borders Region Prince Mohammed bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz; and Minister of Investment Fahd Al-Saif.

They swore to be faithful to their religion, then their King and country, not to reveal any of the state’s secrets, to preserve its interests and regulations, and to perform their duties with honesty, trustworthiness, and sincerity.


Saudi Arabia Reiterates Its Categorical Rejection of Israel’s ‘State Land’ Decision in West Bank

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 Arabia Reiterates Its Categorical Rejection of Israel’s ‘State Land’ Decision in West Bank

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 condemned on Tuesday Israel’s decision to West Bank lands as "state lands."

Reiterating its absolute rejection of these illegal measures, the Cabinet warned that they undermine peace efforts and violate the Palestinian people's inherent right to establish an independent, sovereign state within the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

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

The Cabinet congratulated citizens and Muslims on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan, expressing gratitude for the Kingdom's honor in caring for the two holy mosques and their visitors.

The Cabinet highlighted the success of the Hajj and Umrah seasons, noting that the Kingdom welcomed 19.5 million international pilgrims and Umrah performers in 2025, setting new records that reflect rapid progress toward the goals of Vision 2030 and the Pilgrim Experience Program.

The Cabinet described the Kingdom's Founding Day celebration on February 22 as an expression of pride in the Saudi state's nearly three-century history, underscoring the foundations of justice, unity, and development established by leaders and citizens throughout history to ensure the nation remains a global leader in all fields.

The Cabinet was briefed on recent talks between Saudi Arabia and various nations, which focused on strengthening bilateral and multilateral cooperation and boosting coordination to foster regional and international security, stability, and prosperity.

The session further reviewed the Kingdom's economic, cultural, and social activities, stressing the state's commitment to social solidarity and giving. This includes continued support for the sixth National Campaign for Charitable Work, set to begin on Friday.

The Cabinet commended the success of the third World Defense Show held in Riyadh under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' patronage, during which strategic partnerships, agreements, and memoranda of understanding were signed to localize military technologies and strengthen local supply chains in alignment with Vision 2030 objectives.