Riyadh, November 14, 2023, King Salman chaired the Cabinet session, covering various diplomatic communications. Discussions included messages from Burkina Faso and Mali's leaders and a message from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman from the Sultan of Oman. The Cabinet reviewed Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's talks with leaders from various countries, emphasizing Saudi Arabia's global partnerships, regional peace efforts, and collaboration for stability and progress.
Minister of Media Salman bin Yousef Al-Dosari highlighted the positive outcome of the Saudi-African Summit, foreseeing enhanced cooperation through development projects and agreements. The Cabinet appreciated the participation in the Joint Arab Islamic Extraordinary Summit, focusing on Gaza, and reiterated support for the Palestinian cause.
Security challenges were addressed, emphasizing intensified cooperation in the face of regional and global threats. The Cabinet discussed outcomes of the Saudi-Omani Coordination Council meeting in Muscat, applauding strong bilateral ties. Saudi Arabia's active role in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and efforts to safeguard women's rights were underscored, including hosting the International Conference on Women in Islam.
Decisions included approving diplomatic relations with the Lao People's Democratic Republic, MOUs with Italy, Spain, and Cuba, and agreements with China and Thailand. Additionally, accession to global alliances, including the Global Alliance for Building and Construction and the WHO International Agency for Research on Cancer, was approved. The Cabinet also green-lighted the establishment of the Regional Center for Sustainable Development of Fisheries Resources and the National Development Fund's accession to the World Economic Forum.
