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Saudi Arabia Stresses Agreement with Egypt on Regional, Int’l Issues 

King Salman chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
King Salman chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Stresses Agreement with Egypt on Regional, Int’l Issues 

King Salman chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
King Salman chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)

The Saudi government stressed on Tuesday its agreement with Egypt on several regional and international issues. 

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

The cabinet underscored the ongoing coordination between Riyadh and Cairo in confronting challenges facing the region.  

The coordination stems from their pivotal standing and responsibility towards the security and stability of the region. 

The government welcomed in this regard the outcomes of the meeting of the Saudi-Egyptian joint follow-up and political consultation committee that was held in Riyadh last week. 

The meeting underlined the keenness of the Kingdom and Egypt in bolstering bilateral cooperation in all fields. 

King Salman briefed the cabinet on the message he received from Crown Prince of Kuwait Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Jaber Al Sabah that tackled the bilateral relations between their countries and ways to boost them in various fields. 

The ministers highlighted the Future Minerals Forum that was recently held in Riyadh, lauding the signing of the 60 agreements and memoranda of understanding. 

They underlined the discussions that tackled the future of the mining industry, ways to bolster systems of sustainability and increasing the region’s contribution to strategic supply chains so that it can transform into an integrated hub for producing green minerals. 

The ministers stressed Saudi Arabia’s continued efforts in pursuing clean energy with the aim of becoming a global pioneer in the field. They highlighted the Kingdom’s hydrocarbon industry and production of renewable energy and clean hydrogen. 

On the local level, the ministers praised the launch of the Events Investment Fund (EIF) that was announced by Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, on Tuesday. 

The fund aims to develop a sustainable infrastructure for the culture, tourism, entertainment and sports sectors across the Kingdom. It will be chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed. 

The fund also aims to create strategic partnerships to boost local industry, increase foreign investment and contribute to Vision 2030’s aim of a vibrant society.  

EIF will conceptualize, finance and oversee development of more than 35 venues by 2030.  

The aim of the fund is to position the Kingdom as the global hub in these various event sectors, to provide world-class sustainable infrastructure for the delivery of an ambitious national events calendar and to create sustainable financial returns to support the Kingdom’s economic diversification efforts. 

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Iranian Official to Asharq Al-Awsat: Committed to Peace and Stability with Saudi Arabia

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)
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Iranian Official to Asharq Al-Awsat: Committed to Peace and Stability with Saudi Arabia

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi (Reuters)

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi reaffirmed Iran and Saudi Arabia’s mutual determination to establish lasting peace and stability in the region.
Speaking to Asharq Al-Awsat during his visit to Riyadh, Ravanchi emphasized that achieving this goal requires sustained bilateral and regional cooperation to address current threats and build a foundation for prosperity and security.
During his meetings with the Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Eng. Waleed ElKhereiji, Ravanchi discussed strengthening bilateral relations in political, economic, and consular fields, and explored key regional and international issues.
He described Saudi-Iranian efforts as a “successful model of bilateral and multilateral cooperation,” aimed at fostering peace, security, and development on both regional and international levels. Ravanchi underscored the importance of historical ties and the principle of good neighborliness as the basis for advancing this relationship.
Following the second meeting of the Saudi-Chinese-Iranian trilateral committee in Riyadh, both Saudi Arabia and Iran reiterated their full commitment to implementing the Beijing Agreement, according to a statement by the Saudi foreign ministry. The accord, mediated by China, aims to restore diplomatic ties and promote mutual respect for sovereignty and security in accordance with the principles of the UN Charter, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and international law.
China praised the progress achieved since the agreement’s signing, including the reopening of embassies and increased bilateral engagement. It pledged to continue supporting Saudi-Iranian efforts to deepen their cooperation and maintain regional stability.
Ravanchi, who previously served as Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations and was a member of the Iranian nuclear negotiating team with the P5+1, described the atmosphere of the meetings as “cordial and transparent.” He added that the three nations exchanged views on topics of mutual interest and stressed the importance of continuing this “positive and forward-looking process.” He also revealed “constructive and friendly” meetings held by the Iranian delegation with their Saudi hosts and Chinese counterparts, during which they discussed enhancing bilateral and trilateral cooperation and reviewed developments in relations over the past year.
One significant development has been the improvement in consular services. Over 87,000 Iranian pilgrims performed Hajj, and more than 52,000 completed Umrah in the past year, demonstrating enhanced coordination. Additionally, the first meeting of the Saudi-Iranian Joint Media Committee and the signing of an MoU between Saudi Arabia’s Prince Saud Al-Faisal Institute for Diplomatic Studies and Iran’s Institute for Political and International Studies further strengthened institutional ties.
The trilateral meeting also tackled pressing regional challenges, particularly the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The participants condemned Israel’s aggression in Palestine, Lebanon, and Iran, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the continuation of humanitarian aid to affected regions. They warned that ongoing violence poses significant risks to regional and global security, including threats to maritime safety.
On Yemen, the parties reiterated their support for a comprehensive political solution under United Nations auspices. They emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to achieve lasting peace in the war-torn country.
Saudi-Iranian relations have undergone a remarkable transformation since the signing of the Beijing Agreement. The reopening of embassies, including Iran’s embassy in Riyadh in June after a seven-year hiatus, marked a turning point in their ties.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Consular Affairs Alireza Bigdeli described the day as a “historic milestone” in Saudi-Iranian relations. He expressed confidence that the renewed relationship would reach its peak, emphasizing that the restoration of ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia opens a new chapter in bilateral and regional relations, aimed at greater cooperation and stability.