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Saudi FM: 'Ideal Opportunity' to Discuss Political, Economic Partnerships with Pacific Countries

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan addressing the second ministerial meeting of the Arab states and Pacific islands countries (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan addressing the second ministerial meeting of the Arab states and Pacific islands countries (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi FM: 'Ideal Opportunity' to Discuss Political, Economic Partnerships with Pacific Countries

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan addressing the second ministerial meeting of the Arab states and Pacific islands countries (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan addressing the second ministerial meeting of the Arab states and Pacific islands countries (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said that the "opportunity is ideal" to discuss political and economic partnerships between the Arab countries and the Pacific Small Island countries.

Speaking at the second ministerial meeting between Arab League states and the Pacific Small Island Developing States hosted by Saudi Arabia, bin Farhan stressed that Saudi Arabia is keen to deal with joint and pressing global challenges.

He said that the Kingdom is keen to advance issues of common interest with the Pacific Small Island Developing States and boost cooperation in security, energy, trade, investment, and logistics.

It also aims to activate the role of the private sector to explore investment opportunities that benefit all parties and help further boost cooperation in various fields.

Saudi Arabia seeks to join the Pacific Islands Forum as a dialogue partner to enhance cooperation in various fields.

The Minister said that the Kingdom supports the sovereignty and independence of states and the resolution of conflicts in the region by peaceful means and non-escalation.

Prince Faisal also highlighted the goals of the Paris Agreement on Climate Change and the Kingdom's efforts to help achieve them, including the launch in 2021 of the Saudi Green and Middle East Green initiatives, which are part of Saudi Arabia's environmental mission under the country's Vision 2030 development and diversification plan.

Addressing the meeting, Prince Faisal said the Kingdom pays excellent attention to facing common and most urgent global challenges, such as food security, supply chain obstacles, climate change, and sustainable development.

The second ministerial meeting between Arab League states and the Pacific Small Island Developing States was held in Riyadh on June 11 and 12. The first meeting was held in June 2010 in the United Arab Emirates.

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Saudi Arabia Launches Medical Volunteering Program in Over 20 Specialties to Support Syria

 A Saudi delegation from KSrelief tours Syrian hospitals (SANA)
 A Saudi delegation from KSrelief tours Syrian hospitals (SANA)
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Saudi Arabia Launches Medical Volunteering Program in Over 20 Specialties to Support Syria

 A Saudi delegation from KSrelief tours Syrian hospitals (SANA)
 A Saudi delegation from KSrelief tours Syrian hospitals (SANA)

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) has announced a call for Saudi medical professionals to volunteer their expertise to support Syria’s health sector, addressing urgent needs across more than 20 specialties. This initiative is part of the Saudi “Amal” (Hope) Volunteer Program, aimed at meeting the healthcare needs of crisis-affected countries.
The center invited specialists interested in volunteering to register for the year-long program, which seeks to provide emergency and medical services across various fields to alleviate the suffering of the Syrian people through the contributions of medical volunteers.
Dr. Samer Al-Jutaili, KSrelief’s spokesperson, stated that the center’s external volunteering platform allows professionals to register in critical medical specialties to aid Syria’s health sector, particularly during this challenging humanitarian crisis.
In an interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, Al-Jutaili explained that the required specialties were determined in coordination with Syrian health authorities. He emphasized that the program aims to mobilize Saudi medical volunteers to address the health sector’s needs across all Syrian regions. He also praised the dedication of Saudi medical professionals, who have made significant international contributions through the program, supporting humanitarian efforts in 57 countries with over 200,000 operations across various specialties.
KSrelief announced that the “Amal” program was launched under the directives of King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s leadership in humanitarian efforts globally. The initiative seeks to deliver emergency and medical services to reduce human suffering and promote a dignified life with the participation of highly skilled Saudi volunteers.
In parallel with the volunteer program, Saudi Arabia continues its air and land relief operations for Syria. The sixth relief plane from KSrelief arrived in Damascus on Sunday, carrying food, medical supplies, and shelter materials to support the Syrian population during these challenging times.
Additionally, the first convoy of Saudi relief trucks crossed the Jordanian Jaber border on Sunday en route to Syria. The convoy included 60 trucks loaded with over 541 tons of food, medical supplies, and shelter materials as part of Saudi Arabia’s land relief initiative for Syria.
Al-Jutaili noted that the land bridge will complement efforts to distribute aid across Syrian territories, including heavy medical equipment such as MRI, X-ray, and CT scan machines that cannot be transported by air. He emphasized that the Saudi aid bridge to Damascus would ensure comprehensive coverage of Syria’s urgent needs, offering critical support to hospitals and healthcare facilities across the country.