The Saudi government welcomed on Tuesday efforts to end the war in Gaza, citing US President Donald Trump’s proposal to end the conflict, release all hostages, and immediately begin negotiations to agree on implementation mechanisms.
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the Cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh.
The Cabinet discussed regional developments and reviewed international meetings hosted by Saudi Arabia, stressing its commitment to promoting multilateral dialogue and intensifying joint coordination to serve international peace and security, address global challenges, and support development.
The Cabinet commended the recent Munich Security Conference leaders’ meeting in AlUla. The meeting, which included senior international officials, focused on exchanging views on regional developments, global food security, climate and energy issues, and international trade and economic cooperation.
The Cabinet hailed the outcomes of the second regular session of the Council of Arab Cybersecurity Ministers, hosted by the Kingdom. The meeting’s achievements during its first year, including greater joint action, cooperation, and solidarity, will contribute to a secure and reliable Arab cyberspace that fosters growth and prosperity.
The Cabinet praised the outcomes of the fifth Global Cybersecurity Forum, held in Riyadh under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, highlighting the forum's launches and initiatives, which underlined the Kingdom's global leadership in cybersecurity, its support for international partnerships, and its commitment to human and societal prosperity.
The Cabinet welcomed Saudi Arabia’s selection to host the UNESCO World Conference on Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development in 2029. The move recognizes the Kingdom’s national, regional, and global standing, as well as its contributions to supporting culture’s developmental role and stimulating innovation and creativity.
In domestic affairs, the Cabinet reviewed the preliminary indicators of the 2026 state general budget, confirming the budget’s ongoing support for comprehensive economic growth, development, and social spending, while simultaneously strengthening the Kingdom’s financial position and ensuring the sustainability of public finances. This reflects a commitment to structural reforms aimed at boosting economic efficiency, diversification, and competitiveness, thereby achieving the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
