Saudi Arabia Seeks to Facilitate Citizens’ Visa-Free Entry to Schengen Countries

The Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister, Waleed al-Khuraiji, with the Head of Visa Policy at the General Authority for Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission, Dimitri Giotakos (SPA)
The Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister, Waleed al-Khuraiji, with the Head of Visa Policy at the General Authority for Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission, Dimitri Giotakos (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Seeks to Facilitate Citizens’ Visa-Free Entry to Schengen Countries

The Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister, Waleed al-Khuraiji, with the Head of Visa Policy at the General Authority for Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission, Dimitri Giotakos (SPA)
The Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister, Waleed al-Khuraiji, with the Head of Visa Policy at the General Authority for Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission, Dimitri Giotakos (SPA)

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs discussed with European officials the procedures of facilitating the entry of Saudi citizens to the Schengen countries without the need to acquire a visa.

The Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister, Waleed al-Khuraiji, met with the Head of Visa Policy at the General Authority for Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission, Dimitri Giotakos, and his team.

The two officials discussed the relations between Saudi Arabia and the European Union and the ways to enhance them.

The team held a meeting in Riyadh, chaired by the Deputy Foreign Minister for Consular Affairs Ambassador Tamim al-Dosari and Giotakos, to discuss the necessary procedures to facilitate the entry of Saudi citizens to the Schengen countries without the need to obtain a prior visa.

The two sides affirmed the will to deepen cooperation and consultation to serve the common interests between Saudi Arabia and the European Union countries.



Saudi Leadership Congratulates US President on Independence Day

Joint photo of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - File Photo
Joint photo of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - File Photo
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Saudi Leadership Congratulates US President on Independence Day

Joint photo of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - File Photo
Joint photo of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - File Photo

Saudi Arabia's leadership congratulated US President Donald Trump on the United States' Independence Day, underscoring the close ties between the two countries, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a cable of congratulations to Trump wishing him good health and happiness, and the government and people of the US steady progress and prosperity.

He also praised the distinguished Saudi-US relations and their ongoing development across various fields.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister sent a separate cable conveying similar wishes to the US president and the American people.


Saudi Interior Minister Stresses Kingdom's Firm Support for Syria

02 July 2026, Syria, Damascus: A member of the Syrian security sits in a cafe after an explosion near the Palace of Justice. Photo: Mohammed Al Rifai/dpa
02 July 2026, Syria, Damascus: A member of the Syrian security sits in a cafe after an explosion near the Palace of Justice. Photo: Mohammed Al Rifai/dpa
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Saudi Interior Minister Stresses Kingdom's Firm Support for Syria

02 July 2026, Syria, Damascus: A member of the Syrian security sits in a cafe after an explosion near the Palace of Justice. Photo: Mohammed Al Rifai/dpa
02 July 2026, Syria, Damascus: A member of the Syrian security sits in a cafe after an explosion near the Palace of Justice. Photo: Mohammed Al Rifai/dpa

Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz held a phone call on Saturday with his Syrian counterpart, Anas Khattab, stressing steadfast support for Damascus.

During the call, the two sides reviewed relations between the two countries, discussed ways to enhance security cooperation and coordination between the two ministries, and addressed a number of issues of mutual interest, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.

The call also covered recent security developments in Syria, foremost among them the recent terrorist bombing in Damascus, SPA said.

Prince Abdulaziz affirmed the Kingdom’s strong condemnation of the attack and its full solidarity with Syria in confronting all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism, the news agency said.

He also reaffirmed the Kingdom’s steadfast support for Syria’s security and stability, it added.


Saudi Shura Council Speaker Holds Talks with Tajik House of Representatives Speaker

The two sides stressed the importance of high-level parliamentary visits. SPA
The two sides stressed the importance of high-level parliamentary visits. SPA
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Saudi Shura Council Speaker Holds Talks with Tajik House of Representatives Speaker

The two sides stressed the importance of high-level parliamentary visits. SPA
The two sides stressed the importance of high-level parliamentary visits. SPA

Saudi Arabia’s Shura Council Speaker Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Al-Sheikh held a meeting with Tajik House of Representatives Speaker Fayzali Idizoda in Dushanbe, during which they reviewed relations between the Kingdom and Tajikistan while exploring ways to enhance parliamentary cooperation and exchange expertise.

Both sides emphasized the importance of high-level parliamentary visits to develop legislative work, open new avenues for collaboration, and unify positions on regional and international issues of mutual interest.