London, December 22, 2023, Under the directives of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Minister of Defense, Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, held a significant meeting today with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at the British government headquarters in London.
During the meeting, Prince Khalid, as the defense minister, conveyed warm greetings from the Kingdom's leadership to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. In response, the British Prime Minister extended his greetings to the leadership of the Kingdom. The discussions between the two leaders encompassed strategic relations between Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom, with a focus on regional and international developments of mutual interest.
The meeting was attended by the Saudi Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Prince Khalid bin Bandar bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, and Hisham bin Abdulaziz bin Saif, the Director General of the Office of the Minister of Defense. On the British side, several officials were present to engage in the discussions.
This diplomatic interaction underscores the commitment of both nations to fostering strong bilateral relations and addressing shared concerns on the global stage. The exchange of views on strategic matters reflects the ongoing collaboration between Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom in navigating regional and international challenges. Such high-level engagements contribute to the development of comprehensive and cooperative frameworks between the two countries.