
The Saudi Crown Prince and the Syrian President praise the consensus in regional and international positions
Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa witnessed the signing of a cooperation agreement between the defense ministries of the two countries after discussions in Riyadh, where the two sides discussed regional developments, and stressed the importance of reducing escalation and stopping actions that threaten the security of navigation in the Red Sea, the Bab al-Mandab Strait, and the Strait of Hormuz, in addition to Saudi-Pakistani discussions and the Crown Prince’s reception of the representative of the King of Bahrain.
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Discussions were held between the Saudi Crown Prince and the Syrian President in Riyadh, culminated in signing a defense cooperation agreement, in addition to Saudi-Pakistani discussions and a reception for the representative of the King of Bahrain, with a focus on reducing regional escalation and securing maritime navigation.
Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa witnessed the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Ministries of Defense of the two countries, following a session of discussions they held in Riyadh, yesterday (Wednesday).
The two sides discussed developments in the region and the dangerous repercussions of any military escalation on regional and international security and stability, the safety of international navigation, the sustainability of energy supplies, and the stability of the global economy.
Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Al-Sharaa praised the great consensus in positions and viewpoints regarding regional and international issues of common interest, which reflects the depth of coordination and consultation existing between the two countries.
The two leaders stressed the importance of strengthening regional and international efforts aimed at reducing escalation, containing crises, giving priority to the language of dialogue and diplomacy, and settling disputes by peaceful means.
The two sides also stressed the need to immediately stop all actions that threaten the security of maritime navigation and waterways in the Red Sea, the Bab al-Mandab Strait, and the Strait of Hormuz.
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan stressed the importance of continuing efforts to reach diplomatic solutions to crises in the region, thus contributing to reducing tension and enhancing security and stability there.
During a phone call from Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi Foreign Minister, discussed regional developments.
Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, received Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad, Representative of the King of Bahrain for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and National Security Advisor.
During the reception in Riyadh on Wednesday, he reviewed the historical relations between the two countries and issues of common interest.
The reception was attended by Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd, Minister of State and Member of the Saudi Council of Ministers.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The Saudi-Syrian talks will continue to enhance defense and security cooperation
Likely · Within weeks
Saudi Arabia will continue to coordinate with Pakistan on regional developments
Possible · Within weeks

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