European Parliamentarian Review of Saudi-EU Relations Vice Foreign Minister

Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Eng. Waleed El-Khereiji met with European Parliament member Hana Jalloul to discuss strengthening Saudi-EU relations and cooperation on mutual interests.

Riyadh, February 25, 2025 – Eng. Waleed El-Khereiji, the Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, welcomed Hana Jalloul, a distinguished member of the European Parliament and Vice Chair of its Foreign Affairs Committee, in a significant meeting today. Jalloul, who also serves as the rapporteur on Saudi Arabia, engaged in productive discussions with El-Khereiji about the longstanding and evolving relationship between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the European Union (EU).

The two officials reviewed the current state of relations between Saudi Arabia and the EU, reflecting on their shared achievements and identifying new opportunities for strengthening cooperation. With an emphasis on expanding partnerships across multiple sectors, they explored ways to enhance collaboration in areas such as trade, investment, cultural exchange, and technological innovation.

Additionally, the meeting served as a platform to discuss a wide range of topics of mutual interest, including regional security, economic trends, and international diplomacy. Both sides highlighted the importance of maintaining strong, constructive ties in addressing global challenges and promoting peace, stability, and prosperity.

The discussions between Vice Minister El-Khereiji and MEP Jalloul underscore Saudi Arabia’s commitment to fostering robust international relationships and reinforcing its strategic partnerships with key global institutions such as the EU. This meeting further signals a shared desire to enhance diplomatic engagement and mutual understanding between the Kingdom and European counterparts.