Saudi Govt: Palestinian Cause at Top of Kingdom’s Priorities

King Salman chairs a cabinet meeting in Neom. (SPA)
King Salman chairs a cabinet meeting in Neom. (SPA)
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Saudi Govt: Palestinian Cause at Top of Kingdom’s Priorities

King Salman chairs a cabinet meeting in Neom. (SPA)
King Salman chairs a cabinet meeting in Neom. (SPA)

The Saudi cabinet reiterated on Tuesday its commitment to adopting peace as a strategic choice in resolving the Palestinian-Israeli conflict through

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman chaired the cabinet meeting that was held virtually from Neom.

The ministers underscored the Kingdom’s keenness on the unity, sovereignty and safety of Arab territories, rejecting any attempts to destabilize the region.

The Palestinian cause will remain at the top of Saudi Arabia’s priorities, stressed the cabinet. It will continue to stand by the Palestinian people to reach a fair and comprehensive solution based on international resolutions and the 2002 Arab peace initiative.

The ministers also tackled unprecedented investment opportunities available in the Kingdom that are a result of the ongoing pursuit to implement Vision 2030 and efforts to establish a unique investment environment with structural reforms that are attractive to investors.

They highlighted the giant leaps Saudi Arabia has achieved in international indices as it remains abreast the rapid development in several sectors and businesses.

The ministers underscored the efforts exerted by King Salman and his management of plans to develop the capital, Riyadh, dating back to the time when he was governor of the city.

The cabinet addressed the strategy aimed at developing the capital that was unveiled by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. The strategy aims to develop Riyadh into one of the top ten economic cities in the world as part of the Kingdom’s diversification plan.

The cabinet also tackled the latest local and international developments related to the coronavirus pandemic. They stressed the need for the continued adoption of preventive measures to ensure the safety and health of citizens and residents.



Saudi Arabia, Egypt Discuss Developments in Syria, Gaza

 The flag adopted by the new Syrian rulers is displayed, in the Bab Touma district of the Old City of Damascus, after the ousting of Syria's Bashar al-Assad, in Damascus, Syria, December 22, 2024. (Reuters)
The flag adopted by the new Syrian rulers is displayed, in the Bab Touma district of the Old City of Damascus, after the ousting of Syria's Bashar al-Assad, in Damascus, Syria, December 22, 2024. (Reuters)
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Saudi Arabia, Egypt Discuss Developments in Syria, Gaza

 The flag adopted by the new Syrian rulers is displayed, in the Bab Touma district of the Old City of Damascus, after the ousting of Syria's Bashar al-Assad, in Damascus, Syria, December 22, 2024. (Reuters)
The flag adopted by the new Syrian rulers is displayed, in the Bab Touma district of the Old City of Damascus, after the ousting of Syria's Bashar al-Assad, in Damascus, Syria, December 22, 2024. (Reuters)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah held telephone talks on Monday with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty.

Discussions focused on the latest developments in Syria.

A statement from the Egyptian Foreign Ministry said Abdelatty stressed “the importance of supporting the Syrian state during this critical moment in Syria’s history.”

He underscored the need to respect its sovereignty and territorial integrity, and to empower its national institutions.

He called for the adoption of a comprehensive political process, led by the Syrian people, so that stability can be restored throughout their country.

The FMs also discussed the latest developments in Gaza, with Abdellaty briefing Prince Faisal on Egypt’s “intense efforts with all concerned parties to reach an immediate and sustainable ceasefire and to ensure the unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid.”