Nicosia, November 23, 2024 – In a formal ceremony held at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia, Fawaz bin Abdulrahman Al-Shabili, the newly appointed Saudi Ambassador to Cyprus, presented his credentials to the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides. The event marks the beginning of Ambassador Al-Shabili’s official diplomatic mission in Cyprus, further strengthening the relationship between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Cyprus.
During the ceremony, Ambassador Al-Shabili conveyed the warm greetings of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia. He also expressed their best wishes for continued progress, prosperity, and success for the Republic of Cyprus and its people. The ambassador’s remarks highlighted the longstanding and friendly relations between the two nations, emphasizing the importance of fostering closer diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties.
President Christodoulides warmly welcomed the Saudi ambassador and expressed his commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations between Cyprus and Saudi Arabia. The two leaders discussed various avenues for enhanced cooperation, particularly in areas such as trade, investment, tourism, and regional security. The presentation of credentials marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the bilateral relationship, with both sides eager to explore new opportunities for collaboration.
The ceremony was attended by senior officials from both the Cypriot government and the Saudi diplomatic mission in Nicosia, reflecting the significance of the occasion and the mutual respect between the two nations. Ambassador Al-Shabili’s appointment is seen as a step forward in the Kingdom’s diplomatic engagement with Cyprus, contributing to the expansion of their bilateral relations and promoting shared interests in regional and global affairs.
As Saudi Arabia continues to build stronger ties with Cyprus, the new ambassador’s mission is expected to focus on deepening cooperation in key sectors while promoting the values of peace, stability, and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean and beyond.