Johannesburg, February 20, 2025 – Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, arrived in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Wednesday to participate in the highly anticipated Group of Twenty (G20) Foreign Ministers' Meeting. This meeting, the first of its kind under South Africa’s presidency of the G20, is set to bring together foreign ministers from the world’s leading economies to engage in crucial discussions on global challenges and multilateral cooperation.
During the meeting, which is expected to cover a range of key global issues, Prince Faisal and his counterparts will focus on reinforcing multilateralism, an essential pillar in addressing the interconnected challenges faced by nations today. The foreign ministers will engage in high-level talks aimed at finding collective solutions to global economic, security, and environmental concerns, with an emphasis on enhancing international collaboration in an increasingly complex and interdependent world.
This year’s meeting holds particular significance as it marks South Africa’s leadership of the G20, a platform that fosters dialogue and cooperation between the world’s largest economies. The discussions are expected to reflect the urgent need for joint efforts in tackling pressing issues such as climate change, sustainable development, economic recovery post-pandemic, and regional security.
Prince Faisal’s participation underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to playing an active and constructive role in shaping global policies and advancing the Kingdom’s foreign policy objectives. As part of the G20, Saudi Arabia has consistently advocated for stronger global cooperation and the implementation of policies that promote stability, economic growth, and peace. The foreign ministers' gathering in Johannesburg offers a significant opportunity for dialogue, diplomacy, and building consensus on a range of issues critical to the future of global governance.
The outcomes of the meeting will likely set the stage for future G20 discussions and shape international approaches to managing some of the most pressing global challenges of the 21st century. Through its participation, Saudi Arabia continues to demonstrate its leadership in promoting multilateral engagement and advancing the Kingdom’s strategic interests on the global stage.