RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman met French President Emmanuel Macron in Riyadh on Wednesday to discuss bilateral relations, regional developments and international security, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The meeting took place at the Royal Court of Al-Yamamah Palace, where the two leaders reviewed the historic and strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and France.
During their discussions, Mohammed bin Salman and Macron explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation across various sectors and expand areas of mutual interest. They also discussed ways to deepen bilateral ties to serve the shared interests of both countries.
Furthermore, the leaders exchanged views on the latest regional and international developments. They discussed coordinating efforts to promote security and stability across the region and the wider international community.
The meeting brought together senior officials from both countries, highlighting the importance of continued diplomatic engagement between Riyadh and Paris.
The Saudi delegation included Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Riyadh Deputy Governor Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman, National Security Adviser Musaed Al-Aiban, Commerce Minister Majid Al-Qasabi, General Intelligence chief Khalid Al-Humaidan and Assistant Defence Minister Khalid Al-Bayari.
France was represented by Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, Armed Forces Minister Catherine Vautrin, Minister Delegate Alice Rufo, Trade and Investment Minister Nicolas Forissier, presidential diplomatic adviser Emmanuel Bonne and French Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Patrick Maisonnave.
The meeting underscored the two countries’ commitment to maintaining strategic relations and strengthening cooperation amid evolving regional and international challenges.
Both sides emphasized the importance of continued coordination to advance shared interests and support regional and global stability.
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