Riyadh, December 8, 2024 – Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd bin Abdulaziz, Minister of State and Cabinet Member, welcomed the newly appointed Japanese Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Morino Yasunari, in a formal meeting today in Riyadh. The occasion marked a significant diplomatic exchange between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Japan as the two nations continue to strengthen their longstanding relationship.
During the meeting, Prince Turki extended his warm congratulations and best wishes to Ambassador Yasunari on his new appointment, expressing confidence in his ability to further enhance the deep-rooted ties between the two countries. The Minister of State emphasized the importance of the diplomatic and economic relationship between Saudi Arabia and Japan, which spans various sectors, including trade, technology, and cultural exchange.
Ambassador Yasunari expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome and conveyed his eagerness to continue building on the strong foundation of cooperation that exists between the two nations. He acknowledged the mutual interests and shared goals that bind Saudi Arabia and Japan, particularly in areas such as economic diversification, innovation, and sustainable development.
The meeting also served as an opportunity for both officials to discuss ways to further promote collaboration across key sectors, including enhancing bilateral trade, fostering investment, and increasing people-to-people exchanges. Prince Turki reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's commitment to working closely with Japan in advancing the Kingdom's Vision 2030 objectives, which align with Japan’s expertise in areas like technology, infrastructure, and renewable energy.
This diplomatic engagement reflects the ongoing strengthening of Saudi-Japanese relations, which continue to evolve as both countries work together to address global challenges and seize new opportunities for cooperation in the 21st century. The appointment of Ambassador Yasunari is seen as a positive step in advancing this bilateral partnership, paving the way for deeper collaboration in the years ahead.