Saudi Arabia underlined on Tuesday the importance its foreign policy places on consolidating regional security and stability and the peaceful resolution of conflicts.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the Cabinet session that was held in Riyadh.
The Cabinet reviewed recent discussions and communications between Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and leaders of brotherly and friendly countries, aimed at expanding cooperation to advance shared interests and enhance coordination on global issues and challenges.
The Cabinet commended the outcomes of the fourth meeting of the Saudi-Bahraini Coordination Council and the eighth meeting of the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council. The meetings reaffirmed the commitment to advancing relations with both countries across all sectors and resulted in the signing of agreements and memoranda of understanding to expand cooperation, particularly in development fields.
The Cabinet lauded the high-speed electric train project linking Saudi Arabia and Qatar, which will support transportation, boost tourism and economic activity, and become one of the region’s most prominent development initiatives, contributing to Gulf integration and connectivity through a state-of-the-art railway network.
The Cabinet reviewed the Kingdom’s participation in regional and international meetings, including the outcomes of the 46th session of the Supreme Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council. These outcomes underlined the importance of fully, precisely, and continuously implementing King Salman's vision to strengthen joint Gulf action.
The Cabinet welcomed the decision by the United States to lift sanctions imposed on Syria, praising the positive role played by President Donald Trump in this regard, from his announcement during his visit to the Kingdom earlier this year to the signing of the law repealing the Caesar Act.
The Cabinet stressed Saudi Arabia's commitment to regional security and stability, peaceful conflict resolution, humanitarian aid, and intercultural dialogue. It also supports international organizations and aims to foster conditions for development in the Middle East and beyond.
The Cabinet noted the inclusion of Riyadh, AlUla, and Riyadh Al-Khabra in the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities, highlighting the Kingdom's dedication to providing sustainable learning opportunities and enhancing its global standing.
It observed that Saudi Arabia ranked second globally in Digital Government, according to the 2025 World Bank Group GovTech Maturity Index. The achievement reflects an integrated government ecosystem, advanced digital infrastructure, and high-quality electronic services.
The Cabinet noted that the Kingdom ranked fifth globally and first in the Arab world in the growth of the artificial intelligence sector, as reported in the Global AI Index. This underscores the state’s leadership and support for innovation and economic growth in this field.
The Cabinet praised the success of the Made in Saudi Expo 2025, featuring Syria as this year's guest of honor. The event facilitated the signing of significant agreements and partnerships to enhance the competitiveness of national products in regional and global markets.
