
Prince Faisal bin Farhan discusses with Marco Rubio security of navigation and the situation in Yemen, and Khalid bin Salman extends an invitation to Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan discussed with his American counterpart Marco Rubio in Washington the regional and international developments, the situation in Yemen and navigation security, in conjunction with issuing an official Emirati-Saudi invitation to strengthen relations.
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High-level discussions are held between Saudi officials and their American and Emirati counterparts to enhance political and security cooperation.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah discussed with his American counterpart, Marco Rubio, the most prominent developments on the regional and international arenas, most notably the security and political developments in the region, the situation in Yemen, and the efforts made towards them.
During their meeting in Washington on Monday, the two ministers discussed the importance of protecting the security of navigation and freedom of transit in international waterways, especially the Straits of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab, in a way that contributes to the stability of the region and the continuity of the flow of trade and global supply chains.
The two sides stressed the importance of continuing coordination and consultation between the two countries regarding issues of common interest, and supporting diplomatic endeavors aimed at addressing regional crises and enhancing security, peace and stability.
Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Minister Rubio reviewed the strategic relations between Saudi Arabia and America, and ways to strengthen and develop them in various fields, to serve the common interests of the two countries.
From the Saudi side, the meeting was attended by Princess Rima bint Bandar bin Sultan, Ambassador to America, Prince Yazid bin Muhammad Al-Farhan, advisor to the minister for Lebanese affairs, Prince Musab bin Muhammad Al-Farhan, advisor to the minister for political affairs, and Manal Radwan, advisor to the minister and his special envoy for negotiations and peace efforts.
Prince Khalid bin Salman, Saudi Minister of Defense, invited Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President of the Emirates, Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the Presidential Office, to visit the Kingdom on Tuesday.
The Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported on Monday that Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed will head to Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday, on a fraternal visit, in response to an invitation from Prince Khalid bin Salman.
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed's visit to Saudi Arabia reflects the strong and deep historical relations that bring together the leadership and people of the two countries, based on ties of blood, brotherhood and neighbourliness.
The wisdom of the leadership of the two countries is evident in managing their strategic relations competently and responsibly, preserving their stability and common interests, and enhancing the unity of the Gulf position in the face of regional and international challenges.
Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi Foreign Minister, stressed in a press conference last January that the relations of the two countries are “of great importance to regional stability,” considering the UAE “an important partner within the Gulf Cooperation Council.”
Salman Al-Dosari, Saudi Minister of Information, spoke about the relationship with the UAE, in a post on his account on the “X” social media platform, last July, saying that it is “a relationship between two peoples united by a common history, heritage, and wise leadership,” which confirms its solidity and its unaffected by any attempts to disturb its peace.
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Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed's visit to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday
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