Saudi-Czech Discussions in Riyadh for Boosting Cooperation, Coordination

Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan meets with his counterpart from the Czech Republic, Jakub Kulhanek, in Riyadh on Sept. 15. (SPA)
Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan meets with his counterpart from the Czech Republic, Jakub Kulhanek, in Riyadh on Sept. 15. (SPA)
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Saudi-Czech Discussions in Riyadh for Boosting Cooperation, Coordination

Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan meets with his counterpart from the Czech Republic, Jakub Kulhanek, in Riyadh on Sept. 15. (SPA)
Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan meets with his counterpart from the Czech Republic, Jakub Kulhanek, in Riyadh on Sept. 15. (SPA)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan on Wednesday met with his Czech counterpart, Jakub Kulhanek, and discussed means of boosting and supporting bilateral cooperation between their two countries.

The two top diplomats also reviewed the relations and cooperation between Saudi Arabia and the Czech Republic and discussed means to promote, support, and develop bilateral cooperation in various fields.

Their meeting also investigated ways to intensify joint coordination in a way that serves the interests of both countries and into the regional and international developments, along with the efforts exerted in this regard.

The two sides examined cooperation opportunities in light of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, in addition to the Kingdom’s environmental initiatives, including Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s announcement of the Saudi Green Initiative and the Middle East Green Initiative.

In a separate meeting, Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir also met Kulhanek. They discussed the aspects of joint cooperation between the two countries and means to promote it at all levels. They also exchanged their views regarding the regional and international issues of common interest.

Later Wednesday, Jubeir took Kulhanek and his accompanying delegation on a tour of the historic At-Turaif neighborhood in Diriyah, listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO.

During the tour, the two sides reviewed historical and heritage sites at At-Turaif and the symbolism the area holds in the history of the Saudi state.



Saudi Arabia Welcomes Agreement between Syrian Govt, SDF

People celebrate as Syrian government troops take control of the town from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in Raqqa, northeastern Syria, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP)
People celebrate as Syrian government troops take control of the town from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in Raqqa, northeastern Syria, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP)
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Saudi Arabia Welcomes Agreement between Syrian Govt, SDF

People celebrate as Syrian government troops take control of the town from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in Raqqa, northeastern Syria, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP)
People celebrate as Syrian government troops take control of the town from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in Raqqa, northeastern Syria, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (AP)

Saudi Arabia welcomed on Monday the ceasefire agreement between the Syrian government and Syrian Democratic Forces that was reached on Sunday.

A Saudi Foreign Ministry statement hoped the deal would help bolster security and stability and build state institutions to meet the Syrian people's aspirations for development and prosperity.

The statement reiterated the Kingdom's full support for the Syrian government's efforts to boost civil peace and preserve Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

The Syrian government Sunday announced a ceasefire with the SDF, taking almost full control of the country and dismantling the Kurdish-led forces that controlled the northeast for over a decade.

The agreement includes dismantling the SDF and having its forces join Syria’s military and security forces, while senior military and civilian officials would be given high-ranking positions in state institutions.

The SDF would have to give up the Raqqa and Deir Ezzor provinces to the Syrian military and government, as well as its border crossings and oil and gas fields.


Saudi Arabia Ranks Second Globally in Humanitarian Aid for 2025

Saudi Arabia ranked second globally and first in the Arab world among donor countries for humanitarian aid in 2025. (SP)A
Saudi Arabia ranked second globally and first in the Arab world among donor countries for humanitarian aid in 2025. (SP)A
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Saudi Arabia Ranks Second Globally in Humanitarian Aid for 2025

Saudi Arabia ranked second globally and first in the Arab world among donor countries for humanitarian aid in 2025. (SP)A
Saudi Arabia ranked second globally and first in the Arab world among donor countries for humanitarian aid in 2025. (SP)A

Saudi Arabia ranked second globally and first in the Arab world among donor countries for humanitarian aid in 2025, leading in contributions to Yemen with 49.3% of total aid and ranking second for aid to Syria, according to the United Nations Financial Tracking Service.

A recently released 2024 report on development assistance showed that the Kingdom ranks second among 16 non-member donor countries and tenth globally in aid volume among all 48 donor countries, including both members and non-members.

Advisor at the Royal Court and Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah stressed that the Kingdom's leadership in humanitarian efforts reflects its commitment to generosity and prioritizing human dignity.

These figures are documented in real time on the Saudi Aid Platform, the region's largest aid platform. This approach, supported by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has been crucial in achieving these international rankings and making a tangible global impact.

Al Rabeeah said Saudi Arabia remains a constant source of generosity and a beacon of goodwill, committed under its leadership to providing assistance to those in need worldwide.


Saudi Crown Prince, Syria’s Sharaa Discuss Opportunities to Boost Bilateral Ties

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, meets with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Doha on September 15, 2025. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, meets with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Doha on September 15, 2025. (SPA)
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Saudi Crown Prince, Syria’s Sharaa Discuss Opportunities to Boost Bilateral Ties

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, meets with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Doha on September 15, 2025. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, meets with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Doha on September 15, 2025. (SPA)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received on Sunday a telephone call from Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa.

They reviewed relations and opportunities to boost them in various fields.

They also discussed the latest regional developments and a number of issues of mutual interest.