Diplomatic Meeting: South African Vice President Paul Mashatile officially received Saudi Ambassador Faisal bin Falah Al-Harbi in Pretoria, marking the ambassador’s presentation of credentials.
Greetings Conveyed: The Saudi ambassador relayed warm regards from King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, along with wishes for South Africa’s continued progress and prosperity.
Future Cooperation: Vice President Mashatile emphasized the strong bilateral relations and expressed South Africa’s interest in further collaboration across various fields with Saudi Arabia.
Pretoria, August 24, 2024 – In a formal and significant diplomatic meeting held today in Pretoria, South African Vice President Paul Mashatile welcomed Faisal bin Falah Al-Harbi, the newly appointed Saudi Ambassador to South Africa. This meeting marked the official presentation of the ambassador’s credentials, an important step in strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations.
During the ceremony, Ambassador Al-Harbi conveyed warm greetings from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia. The ambassador extended the Kingdom’s heartfelt wishes for South Africa’s continued progress and prosperity, underscoring the mutual respect and shared commitment to enhancing the relationship between the two countries.
Vice President Mashatile, in response, acknowledged the robust state of relations between South Africa and Saudi Arabia. He expressed his government’s keen interest in expanding cooperation across various sectors. This exchange reflects both nations' dedication to fostering closer ties and exploring new opportunities for collaboration, aiming to build on the strong foundation already established between their respective governments.
This meeting symbolizes a renewed focus on deepening bilateral relations and opens avenues for future engagement and partnership in areas of mutual interest.