Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired a cabinet meeting in Jeddah, expressing gratitude to God for the country's blessings, including serving as the custodian of Islam's holy sites. He looked forward to further achievements on the nation's National Day. The King acknowledged the crucial role of military and security sectors in defending the country and condemned a Houthi militia attempt to target Mecca.
The cabinet discussed the results of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to Egypt, where he met with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. The two leaders emphasized the strength of their countries' relations and their desire to enhance cooperation in various fields. The Crown Prince also received a message from King Abdullah II of Jordan and had a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss regional developments.
The cabinet highlighted the importance of adhering to international law principles, including respect for sovereignty and peaceful conflict resolution. They emphasized the need to ensure safe navigation in international waterways to maintain global trade and security. The meeting also reviewed the outcomes of several international conferences hosted by Saudi Arabia, including the UNESCO Global Forum on Artificial Intelligence Ethics.
The cabinet welcomed the recommendations from the UNESCO forum, which aim to support international cooperation in developing artificial intelligence and promoting its safe and inclusive use. They also praised the success of the fourth Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit, which saw the launch of over 40 agreements and initiatives to support innovation and knowledge localization.
The meeting celebrated the launch of Saudi Arabia's first national car manufacturer, Sir, as a strategic step towards building an advanced and sustainable industrial sector. This move is expected to attract investments, support national talent, and enhance the private sector's role in development, aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
The cabinet approved several agreements and memoranda of understanding, including one with Spain to establish a strategic partnership council and another with Jordan to amend a cooperation agreement. They also authorized the foreign minister to negotiate and sign cooperation agreements with Suriname and Panama.
The meeting concluded with the approval of the Saudi Industrial Development Fund's annual report and several other decisions, including directives on various topics such as trade, transportation, and information technology. The cabinet's decisions aim to promote economic growth, enhance international cooperation, and support national development initiatives.
Key points
- The King praised the military and security sectors for their role in defending the nation.
- The cabinet emphasized the importance of adhering to international law principles.
- The meeting approved several agreements and memoranda of understanding to enhance cooperation with other countries.
