Saudi Arabia, Syria Discuss Resuming Consular Services

The Saudi Foreign Ministry building. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The Saudi Foreign Ministry building. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi Arabia, Syria Discuss Resuming Consular Services

The Saudi Foreign Ministry building. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The Saudi Foreign Ministry building. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The Saudi Foreign Ministry revealed on Thursday that talks are ongoing with Syria over resuming consular services.

A source at the ministry told Al-Ekhbariyah television that the talks stem from Riyadh’s keenness on facilitating the services for the Saudi and Syrian people.

Officials from both countries are discussing the matter.

The sources added that the resumption of consular services will pave the way for the re-establishment of relations between Saudi Arabia and Syria.

Other sources said a vote on reinstating Syria’s membership at the Arab League would be possible after Damascus mends its relations with Arab countries.

Saudi Arabia will host the next Arab League summit.

Syria’s membership has been a point of contention at ahead of past summit in recent years.



GCC Secretary-General Commends Rwanda-Congo Peace Agreement

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. SPA
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. SPA
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GCC Secretary-General Commends Rwanda-Congo Peace Agreement

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. SPA
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi. SPA

Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Albudaiwi, welcomed the signing of the peace agreement between the Republic of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, commending the diplomatic efforts led by the United States and Qatar.

Albudaiwi expressed optimism that the accord would help ease longstanding tensions, fulfill the aspirations of both nations for peace and stability, and pave the way for greater prosperity and development across the region. He emphasized that the agreement marks a significant step toward enhancing regional and international peace and security.

Albudaiwi also noted the positive and growing role of the GCC countries in supporting peaceful solutions and promoting security and stability in various regions of the world. He stressed the firm commitment of the council states to the diplomatic approach and dialogue as essential tools for addressing international and regional crises and achieving sustainable development.