London, December 22, 2023, During his official visit to Britain, Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, the Minister of Defense of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, met with UK Secretary of State for Defense Grant Shapps at Lancaster House Palace in London. The visit aimed to strengthen the ties between the two nations and foster cooperation in the military and defense sectors.
Upon the Saudi Minister of Defense's arrival, an official reception ceremony was held, including a guard of honor review. Subsequently, an expanded bilateral meeting took place, involving delegations from both ministries. The discussions focused on reviewing the strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom, exploring prospects for enhanced cooperation in military and defense matters, and addressing shared interests.
The meeting also addressed coordinated efforts to support security and stability in the region and globally. Various issues of common interest were on the agenda, reflecting the commitment of both nations to collaborating on matters crucial to their mutual welfare.
Attendees at the meeting included Prince Khalid bin Bandar bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Saudi Ambassador to the United Kingdom, as well as high-ranking officials from both the Saudi and British sides, such as Lieutenant General Fayyad bin Hamid Al-Ruwaili, Chief of the General Staff, and Lieutenant General Tony Radakin, Chief of Defense Staff.
This meeting exemplifies the ongoing commitment of Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom to strengthen their diplomatic and defense relations for the benefit of both nations and the promotion of regional and global stability.
