Saudi Cabinet welcomes US-Ukraine talks

Arab News

11-03-2025

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's Cabinet on Tuesday welcomed talks between US and Ukrainian officials, which were hosted by the Kingdom as part of its efforts to bring an end to the three-year conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
The talks took place in Jeddah on Tuesday at the direction of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and in the presence of the Kingdom's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan.
The Cabinet also discussed the results of talks between the crown prince and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that took place on Monday.
The talks included an emphasis on the Kingdom's support for international efforts aimed at finding a solution to the crisis in Ukraine and achieving lasting peace, Saudi Press Agency reported.
The two countries also praised the strength of their economic ties and welcomed the re-establishment of the Joint Business Council during the talks, SPA said.
The Cabinet also reviewed regional and international meetings held in the Kingdom that sought to consolidate the foundations of cooperation and partnership and enhance consultation and coordination to address current challenges in the region.
The Cabinet commended the contents of the statement issued by the recent Organization of Islamic Cooperation meeting held in Jeddah and emphasized the Kingdom's complete rejection of calls to displace the Palestinian people from their land. It affirmed the Kingdom's continued work with friendly countries to advance the implementation of the two-state solution.
It also commended measures taken by the Syrian leadership to preserve civil peace in the country and complete the process of building state institutions to achieve security and stability. It reiterated the Kingdom's full support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Syria.
The Cabinet also discussed the positive growth rates achieved by economic activities in 2024, reflecting the success of Saudi Vision 2030 programs and the progress made in major projects and national strategies.
The Cabinet said that celebrating Saudi Flag Day is an affirmation of pride in its value that extends throughout the history of the Saudi state since its founding.
It affirmed the Kingdom's commitment to strengthening partnerships with international organizations in various fields, including chairing the 69th Session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women.