
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi met in Atlanta during the G20 summit to discuss Houthi attacks, maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, and global energy stability.
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The meeting occurred during the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Atlanta. The discussion focused on regional security threats, specifically maritime safety and ongoing conflict.
ATLANTA — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan held talks with Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs Toshimitsu Motegi in Atlanta, United States. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting.
During their meeting, Prince Faisal and Motegi reviewed Saudi-Japanese relations. They discussed regional developments, particularly the continued attacks by the Houthi militia on Saudi territory. Both sides condemned the attacks and expressed solidarity in addressing current regional challenges.
The ministers also examined threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab Al-Mandab Strait and their impact on energy security, trade, and global supply chains. They stressed the importance of international cooperation to ensure freedom of navigation and the stability of maritime routes.

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