The Saudi government praised on Tuesday the launch of the Gulf Cooperation Council's (GCC's) Vision for Regional Security that aims to preserve regional security and the prosperity of its countries and people and bolster international peace and security.
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Jeddah.
The cabinet tackled efforts to bolster cooperation and coordination between Saudi Arabia and countries across the globe that are members of regional and international organizations to boost collective efforts aimed at achieving stability, prosperity and sustainable development goals.
Crown Prince Mohammed expressed his gratitude to God Almighty for enabling Saudi Arabia to successfully host millions of Umrah performers and worshippers during the holy month of Ramadan.
He stressed that they have been able to perform their rituals and prayers smoothly. He also highlighted the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and efforts of the state agencies towards servicing the worshippers.
The cabinet was briefed on the message received by Crown Prince Mohammed from Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed that tackled bilateral relations between their countries and means to bolster them in all fields.
Media Minister Salman al-Dossary said the cabinet underlined Saudi Arabia's selection to chair the 69th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in 2025. It said it was a testament to the Kingdom's commitment to international cooperation on issues related to women's rights and empowerment, building upon its achievements in this area.
Domestically, the cabinet reviewed the outcomes of the 31st annual meeting of the governors of Saudi regions. It highlighted the state's dedication to fostering comprehensive development across all parts of the Kingdom. This commitment encompasses continued improvement of services provided to citizens and residents, aiming to improve their quality of life.
Moreover, the cabinet underlined the state's successful efforts in creating job opportunities, training programs, and qualification initiatives for young Saudis. These measures have contributed to a record-low national unemployment rate, with figures reaching 7.7% for Saudi citizens in Q4 of 2023.
The cabinet also underscored the Kingdom's commitment to the preservation and restoration of historical sites to achieve the goals of Vision 2030 and showcase the country's rich Arab and Islamic heritage.
It commended the completion of a project to support and protect 56 buildings at risk of collapse in the Jeddah Historic District.
